The Dadversity Podcast

Why high-performing dads often struggle in relationships with Tom Palmer

The Dadversity Podcast

Show Notes

The relationship expert, Tom Palmer, talks about why high-performing dads are often terrible at building stronger relationships with their wives/partners at home. He's broken it down into the difference of skills and behaviours required in both environments. Can you guess which is which? Logic > feelings Efficiency > patience Problem-solving > presence Competitiveness > collaboration Emotional suppression > emotional availability "Relationships aren't a problem to be solved, they're a thing to be nurtured."

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