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When the Body Hurts, the Mind Follows (and Vice Versa)
Let me be real with you. There’s been more than a few mornings lately when just getting out of bed felt like climbing Everest. My body...
Fathership Program
Jun 123 min read


For the Man Who Doesn’t Want to Wake Up Tomorrow (But Still Fucking Did)
Let’s not play pretend. If you’re here reading this, chances are you didn’t want to wake up today. And not in the “ugh, Monday again”...
Fathership Program
Jun 102 min read


You Are Not Your Mistakes (Even the Ugly Ones) By Todd Thomas | Fathership Program Inc
Let’s get this out of the way real quick: You’ve messed up. I’ve messed up. Every man I’ve ever met has a pile of shit behind him that...
Fathership Program
Jun 72 min read


Men and the Masks We Wear
As boys, we learn early: Don’t cry. Don’t feel too much. Be strong. Be silent. Be tough. So we do what we’re told — not always in words,...
Fathership Program
Jun 42 min read


What Does It Mean to Be a “Good Man”?
Let’s be honest. Most of us were never taught what a good man really is. We were taught how to survive. How to provide. How to keep it...
Fathership Program
Jun 34 min read


Why I Built This: The Mission Behind Fathership Program Inc.
I didn’t start Fathership Program Inc. to impress anyone. I started it because I had to. Because the world doesn’t give men enough real...
Fathership Program
Jun 13 min read


Men’s Work Is Shadow Work: Facing the Parts We’d Rather Bury
Let’s just go ahead and rip the Band-Aid off: If you’re serious about men’s work, then you’re going to have to get real cozy with shadow...
Fathership Program
May 312 min read


So You're Waiting for Therapy—Now What?
Let’s talk about the space in-between. That stretch of time between knowing you need therapy and actually sitting on that couch or screen...
Fathership Program
May 303 min read


Fighting the Lies in Your Head (Like a Grown Man with a Nerf Sword)
Let’s talk about that voice in your head. You know the one. The one that shows up when you’re alone, when the bills are due, when your...
Fathership Program
May 293 min read


Warrior Up – You’re Being Pulled Back for a Reason
Let me just say this loud and clear: the second you decide to do something good, really good, life’s gonna come swinging. That’s not...
Fathership Program
May 242 min read


Back on Track: A Personal Update and Fathership’s Next Steps
Hey everyone, I’ve been a little quiet lately—and if you know me, you know that silence isn’t usually my thing. So I wanted to take a...
Fathership Program
May 232 min read


Finding Time for What Matters: Self-Care and the Cost of Ignoring It
First off, I want to apologize. I haven’t blogged this year, and that’s not because I’ve lost interest or forgotten about the Fathership...
Fathership Program
Mar 72 min read


Facing Seasonal Depression: A Guide for Men to Take the Driver’s Seat
The days are shorter, the nights are colder, and for a lot of us, life just feels heavier this time of year. It’s not just in your...
Fathership Program
Dec 1, 20243 min read


Why NAMA Certification is Crucial to the Future of the Fathership Program
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Fathership Program
Oct 17, 20242 min read


Understanding Emotional Maturity: Moving Beyond Reactive Behavior
Emotional maturity—it’s more than just keeping your cool when things get heated. It’s about getting beyond those knee-jerk reactions and...
Fathership Program
Oct 14, 20242 min read


Balancing Work, Family, and Personal Growth: Strategies for Managing Stress
Alright, let’s get real for a minute. We’re all trying to juggle too much—work, family, and that elusive thing called personal growth....
Fathership Program
Oct 12, 20243 min read


Finding Balance: Managing Responsibilities While Prioritizing Mental Health
Here’s the thing: life’s a balancing act, and sometimes it feels more like a circus where I’m juggling flaming swords and trying not to...
Fathership Program
Oct 11, 20243 min read


The Role of Spirituality in Mental Health: Finding Ground When Life Gets Chaotic
When life knocks you down, it’s easy to get lost in your own thoughts, trying to figure it all out. But honestly, sometimes logic just...
Fathership Program
Oct 8, 20243 min read


How to Handle Setbacks with Grace
Let’s talk setbacks—because they happen. Whether it’s balancing school, work, and family, or, in my case, hobbling around on a...
Fathership Program
Oct 8, 20243 min read


The Importance of Self-Reflection in Personal Growth
Self-reflection is one of those things I used to brush off, thinking I didn’t need to sit around pondering my choices. After all, life...
Fathership Program
Oct 7, 20243 min read
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