Why are so many young adults choosing to delay — or completely opt out of — marriage and parenthood? In this week’s episode of TUF, I dig into the shifting values around the American Dream: white picket fence, marriage, kids, career… and whether it still holds up in 2025.

As a millennial dad who did get married and did have kids — later than some, earlier than others — I share my personal journey, the challenges of modern parenting, and how becoming a parent forced me to grow. We dive into:

• Why younger generations are rethinking marriage
• The rise of the “DINK” (dual income, no kids) lifestyle
• Economic pressures making family life harder to access
• How fertility struggles impacted our family planning
• Redefining success and purpose in a child-free world
• The value of generational healing through intentional parenting

Whether you’re in your 20s, 30s, or beyond — thinking about starting a family, or actively avoiding it — this conversation is about what it means to build a meaningful life in today’s world.

💬 Where do you stand? Did you delay starting a family? Do you see marriage as outdated or essential? Drop your thoughts in the comments or send me a message — I want to hear from you.

#MillennialParenting #MarriageIn2025 #DelayedParenthood #ChildFreeByChoice #ModernFatherhood #FamilyPlanning #ParentingPodcast #DINKLifestyle #ParentingIn2025 #UnhingedFather

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In this week's thought-provoking episode of TUF, Robbie dives deep into the complexities of parenting, focusing on emotional regulation, discipline strategies, and the controversial topic of corporal punishment.

Robbie explores why kids should be seen as developing individuals—not miniature adults—and why it's critical to balance discipline with empathy and guidance. He candidly shares how his own perspectives on spanking and authoritarian parenting have evolved since becoming a dad. Highlighting the importance of emotional regulation in both parents and children, Robbie discusses strategies for fostering a healthy connection and building a foundation of trust and respect without resorting to fear-based discipline.

Whether you're questioning traditional parenting methods or simply striving to raise emotionally intelligent, compassionate kids, this episode challenges listeners to reflect on their parenting approaches. Tune in as Robbie encourages parents to lead by example, promoting thoughtful discipline, genuine connection, and emotional intelligence in the next generation.

Key topics include:

• Emotional regulation for parents and kids
• Why children shouldn't be treated as miniature adults
• Rethinking spanking and corporal punishment
• Authoritarian vs. connected parenting
• Building lasting legacies through empathetic parenting

Join the conversation—listen now and share your thoughts!

#ParentingTips #DadLife #EmotionalIntelligence #GentleParenting #Fatherhood #FamilyLife #RaisingKids #DisciplineStrategies #ParentingPodcast #UnhingedFatherPodcast

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In this week’s episode of TUF, Robbie gets real about one of the most important—and challenging—parts of parenting: raising kids to be genuinely good people. As his own children grow, he’s reflecting on how to instill values like kindness, character, and doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.

Rather than fixating on academic achievement or athletic success, Robbie dives into how he’s shaping a family identity rooted in integrity and compassion—something he calls being a “Kratty Boy.” Inspired by a blend of proud dad moments, family nicknames, and honest observations of modern parenting, this episode unpacks what it really means to build a legacy through your children.

Whether you’re a parent navigating how to raise respectful and resilient kids, or just someone thinking about what kind of mark you want to leave on the world, this episode is for you.

Topics Covered:

• The pressure of achievement-focused parenting
• Creating a family identity and instilling core values
• Why character matters more than trophies
• Teaching kids the difference between standing up and lashing out
• Real talk on generational legacy, discipline, and doing the right thing

👉 Listen now for a thoughtful, unfiltered look at fatherhood, values, and how to raise kids who don’t just know right from wrong—but live it.

Keywords: parenting podcast, modern fatherhood, raising good kids, family values, positive parenting, legacy parenting, millennial dad, character development in children, teaching values, parenting identity, raising boys, dad podcast

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