10 Ways To Be A Better Dad

Unless you have children, you have no idea what it's like to ride this crazy roller coaster we call FATHERHOOD - all the ups and downs, joy and excitement, pain and sorrow, and sleepless nights.
But, if you're anything like me, you want your children to HAVE more, DO more, and BE more.
I don't have it all figured out and I'm learning along the way like you are but here are 10 steps to becoming a better father.
They've worked for me. I hope they work for you!
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[@stanbreak8132]

Respect to all single dads , I’m one ,

[@josephpaulsfan3081]

I wish I had a Great Spiritual Christian dad

[@dad946]

Stan Break yikes

[@ashkboos1000]

My hats off to you. as one father to another.

[@bassickcris9344]

Right here brothaa respecttt

[@gamingchannel7696]

You better not sock your son in your face. I sure with I had a good father.

[@BGKO1992]

My oldest is 4 and a half. I was abusing weed and spent most of the days locked in my room. I decided to be a better father and currently have goals and plans to take my kids and myself to a on a journey full of success. Keep me in your prayers.

[@chancimoore4865]

I’m praying for you, brother. May the journey be filled with blessings, joy, and love. May it exceed your dreams and expectations for you and your children!

[@princemaverik]

Same here bro I’m learning to lay off the weed and looking on google more for more activities in the city for my step kids and my one child on the way . I’ll pray for you brother because I can use one too

[@nofx77j3]

Just found out a couple hours ago I’m going to be a dad. Found this inspiring. Thanks

[@zsozso411]

Santana 805 What’s it like to be a father now?

[@agrimrawat5206]

Don't be like My father I beg you

[@lukeskywalkerjediknight2125]

Santana 805 oh Congrats.... Daddy

[@rollinstolen7214]

How's it going? Single dad much? Lol

[@nofx77j3]

Taylor Made turned out it wasn’t mine.

[@okiedipper5738]

Im 18 and I found out the other day that I'm goin to be a dad and i want to be the best father I could possibly be

[@NapoleonDynamite69]

Going to this KZbin video was one of the best things you could do. I'm glad you care don't stop man

[@number8716]

You can do it!!!

[@captainjackpugh6050]

You are too young

[@kiddo2535]

+Captain Jack Pugh to late now eh?

[@captainjackpugh6050]

K̸I̴D̸D̴O̴ Maybe not to late to get an abortion? Edit: I apologize if my comment offended you. You may think abortion is wrong, I don’t. Differing opinions exist, it’s not my job to change my own opinion if you don’t like it.

[@johnlawson910]

Best advice I was ever given as a dad was from a pastor friend of mine. He said to me "I told my children early on that I have Plenty of friends. But only two children. We can be friends, but I will always be your father. Dont forget that." In other words...I'm your dad...not your friend. In doing that his kids wound up with something better. An authority figure who was their best friend.

[@joshuacalebm]

Wish I had seen this 12 years ago. My girl is turning 15 in a few days and I feel like I’ve failed in a lot of these areas. Thanks for posting.

[@DiamondsRexpensive]

15 is still not too late if you wanna improve as a father.

[@jameshoffman9189]

It’s not to late. My little girl is 5 and I feel like I mess up a lot. But I’m trying

[@1991USsoldier]

It's never too late. Don't be afraid to show that weakness and admit to her what you feel. It's okay to apologize to your children. My father left before I was 2 and I grew up without him. It took him until I was nearly 25 years old to admit he regretted it and at the same time that I was dealing with the question "Why didn't he want me?", he was dealing with the grief of knowing that he screwed up and lost his chance to have me in his life while I was still young. Had he contacted me and explained things to me, or even told me in person the very few times that we did talk in person, he would have saved me a lot of pain. I grew up thinking I was a mistake. That does a lot of damage to a little boy. Think back to the question he gave in the video. TL;DR? Talk to your daughter. Let down the Dad guard, let the mask slip. Tell her you feel like you could have done better in some areas and tell her you're sorry if there's anything that you didn't get right. Ask her questions. Find out where she's at mentally so you two can get on the same page and build a stronger relationship. It's never too late. My dad waited over 20 years. All he needed to do was talk to me instead of pretending nothing happened.

[@joshuabartley5226]

Brother I would be willing to bet she would say the complete opposite..

[@brandoncollins4563]

I’m 28 and would still like for my father to come back, it’s obviously not too late. Showing up is half the battle

[@mannyg1143]

That is one of the most beautiful/manly/ well groomed beard I have ever seen.

[@Orderofman]

Haha, appreciate that!

[@Balancinglife]

Peter Pan truth!

[@arungeorge8513]

gr8 beard

[@eyeswideopen2536]

Yeah but the voice dont match, unless he goes gym and is super buff, but good content. Subbed

[@angelahardy1298]

That's exactly what I was going to say!!!

[@DevoSam]

There are some who didn't grow up with Fathers and now we're here trying to learn how to be one. Good job to all of you who are in that position, and ALL Fathers who are in their kids lives

[@jefreetaleno323]

Yes I’m one brother.. I’m learning as I’m growing with them. (My sons)

[@maduran31]

Exactly brother, we want our kids to find their own genius.

[@jamievschannel]

I'm not a father yet, I'm single as of now. I'm watching this to give my child/ren a better life than previously mine. My dad wasn't desirable but I'm greatful that he did his best, so I'll become better. The best I give you all!

[@qewhiteside]

Being a dad is awesome....tough at times but awesome best thing I could ever experience.

[@johnpeterson2987]

No doubt. Nothing better.

[@Powaup]

I don’t have a kid but thanks for the cheat codes to parenthood

[@johndavies4644]

Powaup cheat codes patched lmao parenthood evolves with technology.. and will continue too..

[@bassickcris9344]

21 years old here, have a 3 year old turning 4 the end of this month, what a rollercoaster! I was down for some time thinking im a bad dad if i dont teach her enough, but watching this, im really not, and you shouldnt either, theres just always room to be a better dad and thank you for this video💪🏼

[@aperson1718]

Please don't be angry at them

[@christ9359]

If you're worrying about being a better dad, then you're already a better dad than most.

[@jamesgaudette1619]

I’m 38 years old and I want to be a dad so bad, and until I saw this video today, I was worried that I won’t have what it takes to be a good father. I feel more confident now that I still have a chance to be a good parent.

[@jshepard152]

All it takes is the courage to try.

[@larryjaramillo4830]

I was 38 when it became a father. Those thoughts flooded my mind. Once my son was born, I decided I’d be the best father I could. That’s what counts is effort.

[@livebythelight]

There is no one good. Not even one. The best thing you can do is focus on the TRUTH of this world and be an example for not only your kid, but any "kid" you cross paths with in this life. Becoming a parent for the sake of becoming a parent before understanding how and why we were created will only bring strife.

[@hankevans7890]

The one thing I’ve learned after being a father of a boy and a girl for 22 years… listen more than talk when it comes to your kids. If they want your help they will come looking for it. I have always tried to push wisdom and experience onto my children and as helpful as it may be, it also makes your kids not want to be around you so much. No one wants to be preached to all the time. I should have just listened more and spoke only when necessary. I know they love and appreciate me, but I think they see me as this constant mentor rather than a fun dad who they feel comfortable opening up to.

[@joecentral-o9984]

I'm listening... I have 2 and recently lost a baby... Open to any more you have

[@PseudoSarcasm]

I had a friend, who's a x15 grandfather now. He recalls one of his daughters asking her mum a question, mum says "Ask your father". Daughter replied "I don't want to know THAT much about it" That stuck with me.

[@PseudoSarcasm]

@@joecentral-o9984 My mum had a gift of not preaching to us. I later realized that if she saw a problem, she would gently approach us and tell us a very relevant story from her life. No lessons, no judgement, just a story. Sometimes we learned, sometimes we didn't, but I think, me, being a *very* stubborn kid, it was the best approach.

[@lrgpanda9037]

Seeing this now thanks man double 👍 s

[@Millers-Mausoleum]

@@PseudoSarcasm extremely insightful comment

[@kevinvasquez2255]

I’m 20 years old and just found out I’m going to be a father. I want to be the best father I can possibly be. God give me wisdom! Give me patience! Help me be a great role model for my kid.

[@10Sethg]

How is it going?

[@Ghostpeppah710]

thanks bro for your video,im a father of one four yr old boy it seems like it never gets easier but I don't know where id be without him they grow tooooo fast peace everyone.

[@tfl2226]

This restores my hope. Thank you for this video. And thanks to those here seeking this advice.

[@rjgonzalez8108]

Find it so fascinating this video was in my KZbin feed minutes after a long conversation with my 9 year old son about life, adversity, and love. Fatherhood has been the most challenging event in my life yet also the most transformative. It has strengthened me in ways I couldn't have imagined before. To all the struggling dads, may God give you the strength you need to keep moving forward. If you're religious, pray for strength to find the way forward and not the way out.

[@HAWKSWIN2013]

Love the energy... I get judged for these morals daily. My two boys are a riot, but are respectful outside of our home. Great video!

[@cybrMonk]

Thx for sharing this video, me as a single dad with twins, this channel looks like pure light ❤️

[@MacedonianGrace]

Man I love you . I actually watched this video with mu kiddo , excellent conversation afterwards. Many thanks may i curse you with Superior Health and Triumphant Joy . Blessings to you and your loved family .

[@danielsiering4818]

Much respect to you and yours. My only hope is that more people can see things the way we do and cherish these values.

[@andre7021]

Thank you sir. Crazy wonderful times ahead

[@ignaciocruz5232]

Man bro as a man....you said it and preached like no other...see the thing is many of us knew this but didnt know how to blueprint it so to speak ...thank you first of all for trying to give help and surely it helped many men....especially with kids who arent your own and who are yours ....you're right every kid is unique but it's the influences around that can alter things and as long as you're apart of it and are willing as a mentor a father you will learn and teach...that k you for your video you're a real man beyond what others pretend to be

[@sicawakan]

Excellent list, I appreciate all 10, I’d like to add that to be a good dad we have to remember what it was like being a kid. Empathy helps us to practice patience, communication and further increases the effectiveness of those teaching moments.

[@TheSchmuel]

You nailed it BROTHER!! Great advice

[@Powder148]

I’m a professional in my 40s accomplished lots in the business/personal world but the one thing I’m most proud of is coaching my sons soccer team and winning the championship we had such a great time I also highly suggest doing it if you can’t be the head coach just go and help out I’m telling you the kids are so happy when they see dads taking part in what they enjoy doing

[@27531]

Thanks for the awesome advice bro, my daughter will be here in 4 weeks time and im nervous and anxious as hell...but this lifted my spirits ✊🙏

[@LimitedWarranty]

The wife and I spent all our time with our kids, our family circle is super tight, our kids ain’t going anywhere away from us, and it’s guaranteed they will take care of us and not throw us away into a lonely rest home. Time flys so start spending your time with them now! Be in their life and don’t let the USA system screw you into thinking you have to work and keep up with Jones. Live cheap and simple so you don’t end up enslaved and miserable. Rich folks EAT YOUR HEART OUT!

[@valc9321]

Awesome video, thanks for taking the time to make it. I got two boys and this has been enlightening. You are great 👍🏻. God bless.

[@meneerhermans8785]

Thanks for the tips, Tormund!

[@Foodie-yj1qe]

Absolute GOLD. Thank you 🙏

[@gabrielshort5172]

Thank you so much for putting this together!

[@muhammedjunaid2601]

Very good Sir. My wife showed me your video. May God Bless u keep the good work going

[@johndally9493]

Great stuff mate.. Im a newly father of a 10 week yr old boy...big hello from Sydney Australia..

[@donstevensii4509]

Thank you for sharing sir!

[@davidaltizer]

downloaded this (thanks to youtube premium) and watching it whenever i need it. thank you for the encouragement

[@Kd-vl7xi]

Grrreeeeaaatttt dad!!! I learned a couple things humbly and I hope others do too.. it’s tough. Real tough being a single dad. Thanks man. Keep the vids going

[@dr_geraldm2115]

Thank you brother. I needed that. 👊🙏❤

[@christopherscotellaro5027]

Best version of ourselves - so perfectly said. Thanks man

[@zsozso411]

Well said! Becoming a father also makes you a better man in general! I used to teach kids at school when I was younger, now that I’m a father myself I know I would be much more patient and caring towards other children as well, I would definitely be a better teacher...

[@ThomasZBodor]

Great video dude!! Your kids are fortunate to have such a committed and involved father!

[@SilentMover808]

Thanks Bro. I need to hear this!

[@schnozberries6862]

Father of a 3 year old daughter - I loved these tips and a few definitely rang true that I need to work on. Thank you for putting this video together.

[@MarcusSchneidervlogs]

great tips, thank for making a video on this

[@paulj.brosnan3679]

Thank you for the great video. I'm not a Father yet, but, when the time does come, I want to be the best Father that I can be. Thank you for the great points.

[@Orderofman]

+Paul Brosnan Thanks! As long as you keep trying (even when it gets tough), you'll be great!

[@chriscain2563]

Bless you sir, its heartwarming to see a good Dad

[@aayanayo8800]

Thank you so much for sharing this, I wanted to hear this a lot.

[@ubiquityxx]

Great ideas and words. Inspired!

[@NJDavis]

Thank you for this video. Extremely helpful

[@jayparker3850]

I appreciate you so much man I could really cry

[@EROBLOX2014]

THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO!!! I HAVE a 3 & 4 yr old boys!! I have to admit I was confused as hell until I accidentally stumble upon your video!! Thank you!!!!

[@0ddvark]

Fantastic video, and beard. Thanks for the advice.

[@idfw-u.97328]

Been a father for the last 4 years... I'm still learning and im so glad I found this video, im subscribed and ready to learn even more. Self growth and rebuilding and this helps me so much.

[@tusher903]

are you single father ??

[@BigJuanote503]

@@tusher903 no I'm with my wife. Just moved to a new state with no family or friends.

[@willywuson3666]

Thanks for this video, I'm a dad and I needed this. Thank you.

[@hughmungus4118]

Bless u brother thank u for promoting father hood

[@bruceleeroy9532]

Thanks my man, I really needed to hear this.

[@kabzakathunder3323]

I have two two boys aged 2 and 1. The hardest yet the best things ever.. thanks man

[@scottfaudree7201]

Great choices. I can only hope I can pull all these off. I totally agree.

[@AlejandroRamos-kn5cd]

Respect These are Awesome guidelines Cuddles and ty

[@dreambeliever3652]

Ty sir. Great words of advice

[@peterb1607]

Thank you so much for this video

[@girthbrooksvr5335]

Thanks for helping me be a better dad brother I appreciate it. Subscribed.

[@toddthompson3746]

Good message!

[@lifecinematicswithantlee5111]

Definitely some good advice appreciate it brother!

[@motivationaldad6211]

Amen. We all need to look for ways to be a better dad.

[@freemij]

I love this. I am a proud dad of 3 amazing kids. Being a dad is easy to do badly and hard to do well. It takes lots of comprises but ones that are worth the reward. For all the dads and dads to be, I wish you love and patience.

[@tylerp5839]

I find winter time with young kids is the hardest on me... I've got 3 under 5 years, and it's a lot more difficult, I feel trapped inside, torn between helping keep the house clean and playing with my kids. Usually we just play, so the house is a mess. Finding ways to de compress is harder too. When the weather's nice we spend all day outside, which when I'm outside I find my stress levels are easily managed. Now as I write this all 3 of my kids have Croup, my wife and I have colds, we're getting no sleep and stuck inside for the holidays... it's rough!!

[@livebythelight]

Being a dad "badly" is a misnomer. You are a dad, and your children will Revere you if you stay close to the truth. It's as simple as that.

[@roprezm]

Great video! Thanks

[@fabiocrita]

Although I'm not a father yet, I intend to be one, one day. Still, I'm having a wonderful opportunity of working with young kids (ages 6 - 8) and that has been giving me a good insight of what being a father might be like. And for that reason I ran into pretty much the same tips pointed out on this great video.

[@freemij]

Good luck dude. The world needs great dads!!!

[@tylertomas4826]

Awesome, Keep em coming bro

[@genusrosaceous]

Well said, my friend.

[@rogerfranco4593]

Thank you 🙏🏼. great advice

[@mental3666]

hey man thanks for the upload. appreciate your effort. It's been helpful, currently strugling after not seeing my son for over a year due to family court. he is almost 10 and is lacking many skills and has a few social problems. Like you suggested i guess the first step is for me to be the best man i can be.

[@bobbypatton7016]

I got 2 kids and I’m still learning everyday thanks for the tips.

[@CyberTech05]

Great tips thank you!

[@benbowman4590]

Hell of a message and video. Thank you sir!

[@ITSNOSNEB]

great video thank you for posting this

[@Shmitty1690]

Darn right! Having a daughter soon and hope I can instill strong values for her!

[@matthewbarr5646]

Great video, brother. The things you have discussed . Especially, with coaching soccer games with my two girls this year. Exactly, correct. Dad first , friend second . The value with hard work and life is not easy. It’s hard, doing through struggles and for them to figure it out on themselves. God bless.

[@jcordero3852]

Great stuff amen brother

[@plumberfromdownunder5118]

I am glad I am On the right track. It’s natural instincts.Good job Dads!

[@JeffreyNavarrete1]

Thank you

[@alexanderross9415]

I love this! Best KZbin video I’ve ever seen

[@chuckgillespie1]

Well put!

[@tigremagno99]

Excellent video. This is what we need in our homes and our society. This video helps me see that we can do better, that we want the best for our children, and also help our marriage.

[@fisheyedigital]

Thanks for the video - great ideas here

[@SilverFoX043]

I subscribe to your channel awhile back and it showed I was unsubscribed. The devil doesn’t want us men to encourage each other to become great fathers. Manny blessing to all you dads out there.

[@benjaminthomas2626]

This is really sound advice. Thank you and God bless

[@reyesfamily7610]

I needed this. Thank you I have 3 kids 8yr Boy 3yr old girl and 1 month old, and everything you said is on pont👏

[@Guyonyoutube201]

Thanks my man 🙏 I appreciate the vid

[@tristan5096]

Thank you for this. Subbed.

[@allensalguero9002]

Great video Thanks for the insight

[@RM-100]

Thank you 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@miltonwilliams39]

Thank you for the advice.

[@investinyourselfpodcast]

Great video man!

[@bananaman4846]

Man I needed to hear all this God Bless You 🙌

[@edusam666]

Stay strong!

[@michaelmorales112]

Awesome video. Thank you

[@chaosdaemon1470]

I honestly am astonished and dumbfounded as to how you have not had more views. Don't get me wrong, it is still a substantial amount of people that have watched this and potentially have changed or improved their life as a result. However, taking a step back and watching what the world deems as important (as an example, I typed in, "how to be a better father". Yet when I got to, "how to be a b" the very first suggestion was....."bad bitch". Seriously?!?!?! But I digress. Man, I don't know your name, but I thank you for putting up this video. My son is 6 years old, and for the past 2 years I have vigorously been searching within myself to be the best father I can be. It is nice to see other father's searching and figuring out ways to create a better world for their children. Especially with the direction this world that we are presenting to them is heading. If you happen to read this, I currently have only watched 2 of your videos. Yet I want to say, keep making more videos! This world needs more enlightened people such as yourself. I have been saying for the past year that I want to make videos. However, I lack the appearance, courage, and the ability to construct verbal thoughts well enough to do so. Keep at it bro, I hope all is going well for you and your family!