Teaching Sons That Every Struggle Is an Opportunity to Grow ft. Ethan Hagner

<p class="p1">In this candid father-son episode of the <em>Dad Edge Podcast</em>, I sit down once again with my son <span class= "s1"><strong>Ethan</strong></span> for a real-time look at what growth, struggle, and emotional awareness look like in the life of a young man. We dive into why ownership is key when navigating life's challenges, how to catch yourself when falling into patterns of blame, and what it takes to shift your state when your mindset is working against you.</p> <p class="p4"> </p> <p class="p1">This is one of those conversations where nothing is sugarcoated. Ethan opens up about areas where he's felt "off," what he's learned from coaching conversations, and how choosing personal responsibility over defensiveness continues to shape his confidence and leadership.</p> <p class="p2"> </p> <hr /> <p> </p> <p class="p3"><strong>TIMELINE SUMMARY</strong></p> <p class="p1">[0:00] - Welcoming Ethan back for another check-in</p> <p class="p1">[1:47] - Recognizing emotional off...