Dear Son,
Dear Son,
Derek Johns
Don’t Take It Personal | Listening to the Critics | Ep 152 | The Dear Son, Show
53 minutes Posted Sep 12, 2025 at 5:00 am.
Welcome to the Dear Sun Show
Catching Up: Birthdays and School Updates
Discussing the Cowboys and Gremlin Losses
The Importance of Taking Things Personally
Corporate Lessons: Firing vs. Resignation
Leadership and Parenting: Balancing Friendliness and Authority
Leading Curiously: Asking 'Why' for Better Outcomes
Listening to Your Child
Adjustments vs. Compromises
Setting Expectations in Parenting
Communicating in Relationships
The Importance of Participation
Grace and Understanding
Closing Thoughts and Announcements
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In this engaging episode of The Dear Son, Show, hosts Jey Blac and D Johns dive into deeply impactful conversations aimed at helping boys, young men, and adult men learn valuable life lessons. Through personal anecdotes and real-life scenarios, the hosts discuss the importance of not taking things personally and how it can affect different areas of life, from personal relationships to professional settings. They also delve into the dynamics of parenting with grace and the significance of leading with curiosity, both in the corporate world and at home. Tune in for insightful dialogue that encourages self-reflection and proactive change. Don't miss out—like, share, and subscribe for more compelling episodes!
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