Show Notes
Art Green is a New Zealand entrepreneur, author, and wellness advocate. Many people know him as the first-ever Bachelor on The Bachelor New Zealand, where he met his now wife, Matilda Green.
But beyond the TV show, Art is a dad of three, a co-founder of Clean Paleo, and someone deeply invested in living a healthy, balanced life.
In this episode of the Better Dads Club, Art opens up about his upbringing, including his parents’ separation and how that shaped the way he shows up as a father today.
We get into the real, behind-the-scenes story of his relationship with Matilda — how they’ve built a strong partnership, what it actually takes to stay connected while raising young kids, and how they’ve created the life they now live on their lifestyle property in Auckland.
He also shares practical insights on maintaining your health through the chaos of early fatherhood, strengthening your relationship with your partner, and continuing to grow as a man while showing up for your family.
This is a grounded, honest conversation about what it really means to be a better dad.
Takeaways Isolation is a common experience in entrepreneurship and parenthood. Coping mechanisms and adaptability play a crucial role in navigating isolation and transition. Parenting involves challenges and sacrifices Social support and community connections are crucial for parents Father-child bonding evolves over time Shifting perspectives on fatherhood and role modeling are important Encouraging children and seeking goodness in life are key messages
Chapters 00:00 The Isolation of Entrepreneurship and Parenthood 06:45 First Taste of Isolation and Coping Mechanisms 14:04 Becoming a Dad 20:19 Impact of Parental Separation on Development 29:23 Father-Son Relationship and Emotional Expression 35:08 Lack of Male Role Models 42:39 Parenting Challenges and Time Management 49:01 Isolation and Social Support 55:11 Father-Child Bonding 01:13:00 Shifting Perspectives on Fatherhood 01:19:17 Final Thoughts and Messages
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