Raising Emotionally Strong Boys with David Thomas

Boys… whatcha gonna do with them? Just kidding. 

But they really are unique creatures and if you’re raising one or more, you know that finding ways to help them communicate and express their feelings in a healthy way can be challenging. 

David Thomas is a Pardon the Mess favorite, and he’s with us today discussing the importance of raising emotionally strong boys. Don’t miss his insight into why our boys suffer from higher rates of suicide, addiction, and pornography abuse—oftentimes because they haven’t learned to deal with their emotions in a healthy way. 

Here are a few highlights:

• Modeling healthy communication with our boys 
• The three “R’s” of emotional health 
• How anxiety and depression present in boys
• What healthy relationships look like for boys
• When pulling away is okay… and when it’s not 

David’s new book, Raising Emotionally Strong Boys is a must-read. Check it out and all the other great resources offered through Daystar Counseling!

Resources from today's show: 

Raising Emotionally Strong Boys: Tools Your Son Can Build on for Life

Raising Boys and Girls

NIV Teen Study Bible

A Parent’s Prayer Guide: Key Psalms to Pray Over Your Kids