Show Notes
Episode 13 is filled with bars on bars from former emcee turned fatherhood guru Glen Henry aka Beleaf in Fatherhood! Press play to hear him explain how to protect your genius, how his 'mommy issues' work in his favor, and how he found something he's willing to die for.
Glen Henry is the visionary behind the brand Beleaf in Fatherhood. His mission statement says: “Fathers can make mistakes that traumatize and wound their children. I was reluctant to become a father because I was afraid of this outcome. Once I was mentored by a good father, that all changed. Everyone deserves to see what being a good father looks like. I created Beleaf in Fatherhood to be the proof. To equip fathers, bring hope to mothers, and inspire children. My hope is that real stories of fatherhood will bring connection and healing to people everywhere.”
His videos cover fatherhood, marriage, and life. He is YouTube’s 2018 Creator for Change Award recipient and has been featured on the Dad 2.0 Summit, TED, and Plywood People stages. You may have also heard OR seen him on the podcast he hosts with his wife Evette called, “How Married Are You?”
Glen's #TNWIDTakeaway: "What's it gonna take to help you understand how valuable your time is and how much you cannot play? You don't ask for permission, activate yourself."
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