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3 Harsh Truths I Learned My First Year as a Dad - #535

Oct 16, 2026 · 12m

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Support The Show On Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/AaronMachbitz In this solo episode, I share 3 profound lessons I learned from my first year of fatherhood, emphasizing identity shifts, the importance of presence, and how fatherhood acts as a mirror for personal growth. - Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction: What Fatherhood Taught Me 02:28 Ego Has to Die 04:53 Children Absorb Your Baseline State 07:22 Time Flies Faster Than You Think 08:45 Small Moments Are the Most Important 09:15 The Value of Being Fully Present 09:41 Year One: Hard but Rewarding 10:12 Gratitude and Future Lessons 10:40 Final Thoughts: Show Up and Grow - 💬 TEXT US: Text “HELLO” to 201-534-3681 to get positive messages…