| |  | | Watkins Elementary Learns The Power of Fun September 20th, 2024 | | | | | Are Good Dads Happier?: The Benefits of Being a Father | | | Between managing the pressure of work alongside the stress of raising a family, many wonder if married men with children are happier. Statistically speaking, is the stress of having kids worth the time, money and effort? What are the odds that childless men and couples are happier?
Dr. Jennifer Baker reveals some of the benefits that fatherhood can bring to a man, including a sense of purpose and fulfillment. | | “Increased social support, a sense of purpose, and improved emotional regulation are critical contributors to the better mental health often observed in good, involved fathers." | | | | | | E364 Fatherhood: Masculinity, Fatherhood, and How Wives Can Support and Encourage Their Husbands | | | | Join us this week for a podcast from the Good Dads archive! Guest John Eldredge, best-selling author, therapist, and dad of three, joins Dr. Jennifer Baker to discuss the importance of fathers.
John Eldredge discusses how critical a present father is in a child's life. | | "The boy is supposed to experience two essential things from his father: I love you profoundly and you have what it takes." | | UPCOMING FUNDRAISING DINNER: YOU DON'T WANNA MISS IT! | | | It's not too late to buy tickets! The largest Good Dads event of the year is coming up. Join us at the Oasis Hotel & Convention Center ballroom for an evening of fun and memory-making as we celebrate Good Dads’ achievements, honor our Outstanding Dad of the Year finalists, highlight new father-focused initiatives and more.
Whether you are a corporate sponsor, a longtime friend of Good Dads or just learning about what we do for the first time, thank you! We’re grateful for your support. | | | Way to go, Good Dads! These three fathers completed the Good Dads 2.0 course at the Reentry Opportunity Center (ROC) in Columbia, MO. Congratulations to the following dads: - Robert Cross
- Marcus Johnson
- Jon Whitlock
Thank you to the following folks for facilitating the courses: - Richard Harmon
- Markus Richardson
| | | Swell job, SWMO! Six dads completed the Within My Reach course on September 16th. Congrats to the following dads: - Dylan Barnhart
- Richard Latham
- Michael Messer
- John Nolen, II
- Kenneth Phillips
- Logan Reynolds
Special thanks to the men who facilitated these courses. None of this would have been possible without you! - Pete Gilbreth
- Jeremy Kitchingham
- Mike Weist
Good Dads recently spoke with Jeremy Kitchingham about his experience as a father and a Good Dads facilitator. Check it out now! | | WOWZERS, WATKINS ELEMENTARY! | | | On the morning of September 13th, Watkins Elementary learned all about "The Power of Fun."
Parents, students, and even Good Dads' own Jim Millsap joined in on the fun through a game where the goal is to get a cookie from your forehead to your mouth: without using your hands. Expressive face wiggles and contortions are encouraged!
Strong Schools continues to make an impact on both kids and parents alike. | | STRONG SCHOOLS: IT'S THAT SIMPLE | | | Promoting your Strong Schools events is now EASIER THAN EVER! Our brand-new resources mean that school leaders, teachers, captains and dads can worry less about promotion and focus more on this fun and exciting program that dads and students alike are sure to love.
When you buy the latest installment of Good Dads, you'll receive the latest tools for spreading the word about the program. Find out more about Strong Schools at our website! | | VIRTUAL CLASSES FOR GOOD DADS | | We're looking for dads who are interested in joining us for New Pathways classes via Zoom! These dads would still need to participate in our regular enrollment process, but would be a perfect opportunity for dads who can't make it in person. | | Become a Captain with Good Dads Strong Schools | | Lead a New Pathways for Good Dads Class | | Help us Spread the Good Dads Vision | | | What do you call a fake noodle? An impasta! | | | What does a nosy pepper do? Get jalapeño business! | | | Last week, we asked subscribers what their favorite form of self-care is. Here's how they responded!
- Exercise/Yoga: 27%
- Taking a nap: 9%
- Taking a shower/bath: 9%
- Spending time with friends/loved ones: 0%
- Positive affirmations: 0%
- Eating a good meal: 55%
And the winner is eating a good meal! Stay tuned for next week's newsletter: We'll be asking subscribers what their favorite comfort food is! | | Slowly but surely, the signs of fall are cropping up! We hope you enjoy this fun trivia question related to the autumn season. | | | What was fall/autumn originally called? | | | | We'll reveal the answer in next week's newsletter! | | — Special Thanks to Our Business Partners — | | Special thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Bob and Susan Beine for their support! | | Special thanks to John Youngblood for his support! | | |
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