{"id":38469,"date":"2024-08-05T01:00:38","date_gmt":"2024-08-05T01:00:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fitfatherproject.com\/?p=38469"},"modified":"2024-08-05T14:36:28","modified_gmt":"2024-08-05T14:36:28","slug":"being-a-man-larry-hagner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fitfatherproject.com\/being-a-man-larry-hagner\/","title":{"rendered":"Larry Hagner of The Dad Edge on the Five Dimensions of Being a Man (FFP Podcast 203)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span class=\"su-dropcap su-dropcap-style-simple font-size: 15px\" style=\"font-size:0.5em\">E<\/span><\/span>pisode 203 of the <a href=\"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/larry-hagner-of-the-dad-edge-on-the-five\/id1566009525?i=1000664376796\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fit Father Project Podcast<\/a>\u00a0<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">about <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">being a man and doing everything possible to lead your family with dignity and honor.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In <a href=\"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/larry-hagner-of-the-dad-edge-on-the-five\/id1566009525?i=1000664376796\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">this episode<\/a>, you\u2019ll meet Larry Hagner, the founder of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/thedadedge.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Dad Edge<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, an organization dedicated to helping men, husbands, and fathers with the necessary skills to navigate fatherhood.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">He\u2019s also the host of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/thedadedge.com\/podcast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dad Edge Podcast<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the author of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/The-Dads-Edge-Larry-Hagner-audiobook\/dp\/B01H0JHW9A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Dad\u2019s Edge<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Spirit-Fatherhood-Larry-Hagner\/dp\/1640657118\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Spirit of Fatherhood<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Larry highlights the five dimensions of being a man: marriage, parenting, leadership, finances, and health. He emphasizes the need for men to learn and implement skills in these areas to create fulfilling relationships and positive memories with their children.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">He also discusses the impact of generational trauma and the importance of being a pattern breaker, sharing his personal story of overcoming a victim mindset and the power of taking intentional action.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to create a stronger bond with your partner and children and build a more solid family foundation, you\u2019ve got to listen to this episode!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Key Takeaways:<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is possible to accept limitations without falling into a victim mindset and to maintain positivity in the face of challenges.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking intentional action and implementing learned skills is key to personal growth and success in all areas of life.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking small steps and shifting one's mindset can lead to success in various areas of life.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open communication and connection are crucial in maintaining strong relationships, especially in parenting.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Creating meaningful conversations with children can strengthen the parent-child bond.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Learn more about being a man and leading your family:<\/h2>\n<div style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px; margin-bottom: 20px; border-radius: 6px; overflow: hidden;\"><iframe style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px;\" src=\"https:\/\/player.captivate.fm\/episode\/61fefa6e-4f86-4204-b3ce-ac355c03f3a8\/\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless=\"\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<h2>More From Larry and The Dad Edge:<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thedadedge.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Website<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thedadedge.com\/podcast\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Dad Edge Podcast<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/The-Dads-Edge-Larry-Hagner-audiobook\/dp\/B01H0JHW9A\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Dad\u2019s Edge<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on Amazon<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Spirit-Fatherhood-Larry-Hagner\/dp\/1640657118\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Spirit of Fatherhood<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on Amazon<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thedadedge\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instagram<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/TheDadEdge\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/thedadedge\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">X<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCyS9kQOWK-BOF2N2A3Sn8ag\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">YouTube<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Want To Change Your Life? Check Out FF30X!<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FF30X is a simple, sustainable, and specific weight loss program designed especially for busy men over 40. With short metabolic training workouts, an easy-to-follow meal plan, and an accountability team there for you every step of the way, FF30X can help you lose weight, regain energy and vitality, and live life to the fullest.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/store.fitfatherproject.com\/collections\/products\/products\/fit-father-30x-program-special?utm_source=blog-post&utm_medium=text-link&utm_term=show-notes-blog&utm_content=&utm_campaign=ff30x\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to see everything you get when you join FF30X, subscribe to our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/fitfatherproject\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">YouTube Channel<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitfatherproject.com\/blog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">blog<\/a>, and follow us on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/fitfatherproject\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instagram<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@fitfatherprojectofficial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TikTok<\/a>, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/fitfatherproject\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/fitfatherproj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/fit-father-project\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LinkedIn<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.threads.net\/@fitfatherproject\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Threads<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">  \n  <div class=\"bottom-box author-box-wrap auth6\">\n    <div class=\"author-info\">\n        \n    <div class=\"author-img\"><div class=\"a-thumb\"><img data-del=\"avatar\" src='https:\/\/www.fitfatherproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/d876815e5b80c4bc7df6785b65ad7164-150x150.png' class='avatar pp-user-avatar avatar-150 photo ' height='150' width='150'\/><\/div><\/div>\n        \n    <div class=\"author-details\">\n        <h3>Dr. Anthony Balduzzi, <span class=\"ajob\">NMD <br> <span>Men's Health Doctor & Founder <br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitfatherproject.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Fit Father Project<\/a> & <a href=\"https:\/\/fitmotherproject.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Fit Mother Project<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n   <h3><p>Founder, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitfatherproject.com\">Fit Father Project<\/a> &#038; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitmotherproject.com\">Fit Mother Project<\/a><\/p>\n<\/h3>\n      <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    \n      <div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n    <div class=\"author-desc\"><p>After watching his own Dad lose his health and pass away at the young age of 42, Dr. Balduzzi founded The Fit Father Project and Fit Mother Project to help busy dads and moms get and stay healthy for their families.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Anthony Balduzzi holds dual degrees in Psychology & Nutrition from the University of Pennsylvania, a Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine, and is also a former national champion bodybuilder. He\u2019s is most proud of the fact that he\u2019s helped over 40,000 families in over 100 countries lose weight and get healthy for life.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n        <!--<div class=\"author-nickname\"><strong><u>Brotherhood Nickname:<\/u><\/strong> <\/div>-->\n            <!--<div class=\"author-rights\"><strong><u>Bragging Rights:<\/u><\/strong> <\/div>-->\n      <\/div>\n\n  <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">*Please know that weight loss results and health changes\/improvements vary individually; you may not achieve similar results. Always consult with your doctor before making health decisions. This is not medical advice &#8211; simply very well-researched information on being a man.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div style=\"display:none;\" class=\"postcatlist\"><a href='https:\/\/www.fitfatherproject.com\/tag\/podcasts\/'><span>Podcasts<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>Fit Father Project Podcast 203 is about being a man and leading your family and features Larry Hagner of The Dad Edge.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":38471,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[8569],"tags":[8592],"class_list":["post-38469","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-podcasts","tag-podcasts"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v26.7 (Yoast SEO v26.7) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ 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