In Episode 11 of "What's the Purpose: Dads Unscripted," the crew travels back in time to share the advice they’d give their 8–to 12-year-old selves. Reflecting on the importance of consistency, discipline, and guidance, they dive into how the lessons—both tough and tender—shaped who they are today. They unpack childhood challenges, the logic behind “who can’t hear must feel,” and the delicate balance of teaching humility and gratefulness to the next generation.The dads also examine the “gift and curse” of giving their children the lives they wished they had, while reminding themselves—and us—of the power of appreciation, especially for grandparents and those who show up without obligation. From resisting the pressure to follow the crowd to understanding the speed of time, this episode is packed with wisdom, self-reflection, and encouragement to slow down, be present, and find joy in the journey.Timestamps:00:00 Welcome00:28 Intro01:05 Consistency = Success03:00 Guidance to your 8–12-year-old self04:00 Thinking back on the hard guidance05:19 How guidance shaped you07:30 Who can’t hear ago feel08:39 The lesson of logic11:11 Teaching humility & gratefulness12:58 Gift & curse of giving the life you wanted15:40 Takeaway is to be appreciative16:42 Appreciation of grandparents19:28 They don’t have to do it21:00 Be present, be you! Don’t follow26:26 Are you a planner? Routine?29:12 Why does time feel faster as you age?31:00 Graceful way to get things done34:13 Find joy – final message35:00 Drive slow (outro)#blackfatherhood #AdviceToMyYoungerSelf #parentingpodcast #girldad #boydad #DadsUnscripted #WhatsThePurposePodcast #fatherhood