How does your childhood blueprint shape your journey as a father and entrepreneur? Are you unknowingly passing your insecurities on to your children?

In this snapshot, Carl and Fabien Pataud dive into the raw, real-life journey of balancing fatherhood and entrepreneurship. Fabien shares his deeply personal experience of navigating new fatherhood while starting a business, confronting long-buried trauma, and discovering the profound impact of nervous system regulation.

This conversation unpacks the invisible battles many men face, shedding light on the intricate dance between safety, attachment, and how our childhood shapes our adult lives.

If you’ve ever wondered how your upbringing might be influencing your success, relationships, and inner peace, this episode is a must-listen.

Listen to the full episode here

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Is your success costing you your sanity? Here are five simple steps to balance it all.

In this episode of Dadpreneurs Rising, Carl talks about five transformative strategies that every entrepreneur, especially those balancing business with fatherhood, needs to implement right now.

Drawing inspiration from his enlightening conversation with Dr. Eric Recker, he unpacks practical tips for preventing burnout, setting boundaries, and finding purpose in both business and life.

Whether you’re struggling to keep your cup full or looking to sharpen your focus, this episode offers actionable steps that can make a world of difference. So, grab a notepad and let’s redefine what success looks like for you!

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER…

• Who is Dr. Eric Recker? (00:17)
• Prioritising self-care and how to refill your cup with small, daily moments that make a big difference (01:54)
• How setting conscious boundaries on your phone use can reclaim your time and focus (03:15)
• The seven layers of “why” exercise (04:57)
• Why adding more isn’t always the answer — learn how to focus on less for greater impact in your business and life (08:54)
• The importance of having a go-to person in your life who understands your unique struggles as a dadpreneur (10:32)

For full show notes visit: rising.show

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Feeling burnt out? Discover how to refuel your life with small, impactful changes, one deep breath at a time.

In this powerful episode of Dadpreneurs Rising, Carl sits down with Eric Recker, a man of many hats: dentist, father, elite success coach, and now, an author on a mission to help others "win the now."

Eric shares his incredible journey from childhood kickball rejections to professional burnout and the profound realisations that pulled him back from the brink. They discuss the importance of knowing your "why," balancing the chase for success with being present, and how men can avoid the pitfalls of constantly striving for more by embracing a focused less.

Eric’s insights offer a refreshing perspective for any entrepreneur, father, or individual feeling the weight of constant striving. But this conversation isn’t just about avoiding burnout — it’s also about thriving in every area of life by refocusing on what truly matters, without losing yourself in the process.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER…

• Introducing Eric Recker, a man who wears many hats (01:01)
• The pivotal moment that shaped Eric’s relentless pursuit of perfection (02:17)
• Eric reveals how a childhood vow to prove himself fueled relentless striving and led to severe burnout (03:42)
• The struggle between contentment and ambition, and the challenge of finding balance (09:00)
• The 7-layer deep “why” exercise to uncover the real purpose driving your actions (09:48)
• Why merely surviving isn’t enough, and how to start thriving in every aspect of life (18:36)
• The value of mentors and therapy in guiding Eric’s sons to find their purpose (20:17)
• The power of therapy and why it’s not just for crisis moments (22:32)
• A peek into That Dam Analogy (30:55)
• Practical ways to refuel daily to avoid the burnout trap of waiting for vacations (33:39)
• Tips for breaking free from phone addiction and regaining control over your time (38:55)
• The importance of taking care of yourself first so you can be your best for others (50:45)