Choices Were Made

Tyler Sugerman with Vetsplanation

Tyler Sugarman, an emergency vet, shares his experiences balancing fatherhood and a demanding career. He discusses how he became an emergency vet and the challenges he faced during vet school while starting a family. Tyler talks about the sacrifices he has made as an overnight vet and how he balances work and family life. He also shares his proudest moments as a dad and the importance of putting his children first. Tyler runs a podcast called Vetsplanation, where he educates pet parents about veterinary medicine.Takeaways * Balancing work and family life can be challenging, but it is important to prioritize family. * Being present for important events and activities in your children's lives is crucial. * Sacrifices may need to be made, but finding a balance that works for your family is key. * Open communication and understanding are essential in parenting and addressing challenges. * Putting your children first and making decisions with their well-being in mind is something to be proud of.

Dan Beldowicz and the Joys and Challenges of Parenting

In this episode, Dan Beldowicz discusses his experience as a father of four and the challenges and joys of parenting children of different ages. He shares his insights on teaching time management and setting goals with kids, emphasizing the importance of allowing children to dream and supporting them in pursuing their passions. Dan also discusses the unique dynamics of parenting each child differently and navigating the challenges of puberty. He concludes by encouraging dads to be intentional about setting goals for themselves and prioritizing their long-term health and fitness.Takeaways * Teach your children time management and goal-setting skills from an early age. * Allow your children to dream and support them in pursuing their passions. * Parent each child differently, taking into account their unique personalities and needs. * Be intentional about setting goals for yourself as a dad and prioritize your long-term health and fitness.

Benjamin Kintisch and the Importance of Music Education

In this episode of the Go Dad Go podcast, host Garrett Fredrick chats with Benjamin Knitch about fatherhood and the importance of music education. They discuss the challenges of waking up early as parents, the changes in sleep patterns during adolescence, and the pride of seeing their children's musical talents. Benjamin emphasizes the importance of not pushing children into fame and the need to balance a child's aspirations with the parent's dreams. They also explore ways to inspire a love for music in children and the state of music education in schools. Benjamin shares his musical project, 'Life Review,' and encourages parents to bond with their children through music. Takeaways * Waking up early as parents can be challenging, but it provides a quiet time before the children wake up. * Adolescence brings changes in sleep patterns, and it's important to understand and support these changes. * Parents should avoid pushing their children into fame and instead focus on their child's genuine interests and emotional well-being. * Inspiring a love for music in children can be done through bonding activities like playing instruments together and encouraging practice. * Music education in schools is important, but its funding and prioritization can vary. Parents can support music education by advocating for its inclusion in the curriculum.

Choices Were Made

Often times when I tell people that I run an obscene amount of miles, I'm often asked what I use to get through a race of that distance. Here are some of my favorites.

Rocky Balboa

We all need that person in our corner who is willing to do whatever it takes. Sometimes, that person in the corner is you. Adopt the never quit and never settle mentality, even if it means you have to get your eye cut in the middle of a fight just so you can see it through to the end.