How Is Stress Impacting Me as a Dad?

Finances. Job performance. Relationship strife. All of those things impact your stress. Do you know how to handle it? In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about the plague of dad stress and how vital it is for men to manage it well.  Why This Matters When you’re stressed out, you’re not at your best for your kids. Key Takeaways ·      There’s no single culprit: Finances, their jobs, and relationships are consistently listed as the top three stressors for men. ·      There are 3 kinds of stress: Acute, episodic, and chronic. All three impact dads differently.  ·      There are ways to deal with it: Methods like slow breathing and pausing help men manage their stress.  ·      Short-term stress can be good: It helps your immune system fight.  Stress Relief for Dads: Simple Mental Health Tips That Actually Work 1. When you’re stressed, breathe. 2. Name your stress. 3. Talk about it. 4. Pour into yourself Important Episode Timestamps 00:00 – 02:40 | Stressed-Out Dads and Teenage Reactions 02:40 – 05:42 | “I’m More Stressed Than I Realize” 05:42 – 07:03 | What Stress Really Is 07:03 – 10:10 | The Top 3 Stressors for Men 10:10 – 11:38 | The Work–Life Balance Spiral 11:38 – 14:11 | When Your Stress Spills Onto Your Family 14:11 – 16:48 | Kids Know When Dad Is Stressed—Even If He Doesn’t 16:48 – 20:26 | You’re Modeling Stress Management 20:26 – 23:50 | Real, Scientific Breathing 23:50 – End | Becoming a Calmer Dad APD Pro Move: 1) Practice breathing. Inhale twice and exhale slowly.  2) Find a trusted person you can lean on to talk about your stress. All Pro Dad Resources: Episode 31 – Tony Dungy: Is Work-Life Balance Even Possible? 5 Things You Don’t Need to Stress About as a Dad How to Reduce the Stress Level in Your Life iMOM Feel Wheel We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info! Connect with Us: Ted Lowe on LinkedIn Bobby Lewis on LinkedIn BJ Foster on LinkedIn Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Get All Pro Dad merch! EXTRAS: Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter) Join 200,000+ other dads by subscribing to the All Pro Dad Play of the Day. Get daily fatherhood ideas, insight, and inspiration straight to your inbox. This episode's blog can also be viewed here on AllProDad.com. Like the All Pro Dad gear and mugs? Get your own in the All Pro Dad store. Get great content for moms at iMOM.com