His Journey to Better Fatherhood and Community |Ep. 160|Larry Hagner

His Journey to Better Fatherhood and Community About Our Guest: Larry Hagner, founder of the Dad Edge podcast and community, which has become a leading resource for dads looking to improve their parenting and relationships. Larry opens up about his journey into fatherhood, reflecting on the impact of his challenging childhood and the pivotal moment that led him to seek help and become a better dad. He shares how his desire to be a better father and break the cycle of his own upbringing sparked his mission to create a community where dads could learn and grow together. The conversation dives into themes of forgiveness, the importance of a supportive partner, and how Larry balances his business and family life. He discusses his personal growth, including reconnecting with his biological father and learning to teach his own children about forgiveness. Larry also emphasizes the need for vulnerability and openness in relationships and how creating a strong, supportive network can foster deeper connections. He offers valuable insights for fathers seeking to find balance, invest in personal growth, and strengthen their family dynamics. Thanks for watching! Takeaways: Larry Hagner is the founder of the Dad Edge podcast and community. His journey into fatherhood began with a moment of realization about his parenting. Childhood experiences significantly shape parenting styles and decisions. Larry's turning point came when he reacted out of anger towards his son. He created a community to learn and grow as a father. Reconnecting with his biological father was a significant part of his journey. Forgiveness is a central theme in Larry's relationship with his father. Larry emphasizes the importance of teaching his children about forgiveness. He acknowledges that he is a work in progress as a parent. Navigating conversations about the past with his children is an ongoing process. Family identity can be complex and requires open communication. 🔗 CONNECT WITH LARRY 👥 Brian's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larry-hagner-a82b8715/ 💻 Website: https://thedadedge.com/ 🔗 CONNECT WITH YOUNG HAN 👥 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/younghan/ 🐦 X : https://twitter.com/younghan_ 💻 Website : https://www.alwayshan.com 🔗 CONNECT WITH THE GIRL DAD SHOW Website: https://thegirldadshow.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheGirlDadShow/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGirlDadShow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegirldadshow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-girl-dad-show 🎙 ABOUT OUR HOST Young Han is a highly accomplished entrepreneur, investor, business coach and parent who is widely recognized for his expertise in helping small business owners reach their first 1 million dollar milestone in annual revenues. Having started 6 businesses before the age of 30, and currently operating 8 of his own businesses, while coaching dozens; Young uses his deep understanding of operations and growth to empower fellow business owners to unlock their full potential.