Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnFQslW8ouuQVwdu0I1lKBQ/joinEvery father should have honest conversations with his son. In this episode of The Dear Son, Show, we explore the lessons fathers must teach their sons before adulthood.Obligation Over Expected Entitlement | Dear Son ShowIn this episode of the Dear Son Show, hosts Jey Blac and D Johns discuss “obligation over expected entitlement,” exploring the difference between what parents are truly responsible to provide versus what children or spouses may come to expect as normal. Using a hypothetical about an 18-year-old son who leaves his dad’s house for the summer but still expects promised benefits (car, TV, clothes, college support), they examine the message parents send when accountability is rejected but rewards are still demanded. They emphasize setting clear boundaries, communicating expectations and consequences, and confirming understanding to remove excuses. The conversation also covers how projection and optics can blur needs versus wants, how expectations can damage relationships, balancing emotion with logic in parenting and business, valuing humility and input, and being mindful of leading families toward goals that may not be shared.#fathersonrelationship #adviceformen #modernfatherhood #adultchildren #lifelessonsformen #raisingmen #raisingkids #mantalk Channel Focus Areas:“What Fathers Should Teach Their Sons”“How to Be a Better Father”“Father Son Relationship Advice”“Mistakes Fathers Make”“Lessons Every Man Should Learn”Follow James: https://instagram.com/jeyblac Also, if you've made it this far, don't forget to:1. subscribe to the channel, 2. turn on the notifications,3. like this video, 4. leave a comment, and5. share this content with someone who needs it.The DSP: https://thedearsonpodcast.com Support the podcast by supporting our sponsors: Shop DSN Merch: https://thedearsonpodcast.com/dsp-merch-%26-digital Love Kisha J Studios: https://houseoflkj.com My ebook: https://thedearsonpodcast.com/dsp-merch-%26-digital/ols/products/20lifepromptsv1My book (physical): https://thedearsonpodcast.com/dsp-merch-%26-digital/ols/products/dear-son-what-i-wish-my-father-told-me-physical-copyLet’s connect socially: https://instagram.com/thedearsonpodcast https://facebook.com/thedearsonpodcast The Three Foundational Pillars of the DSP Community1. Reveal trauma 2. Heal from trauma3. Help through telling stories of it all“Better Man. Better Father.”The Dear Son, Network ®Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy