Dad Guild: Empowering Fathers Everywhere with Keegan Albaugh

How does Dad Guild support fathers' personal growth and development as parents and individuals?Join us as we discuss the importance of creating a safe space for fathers to engage in meaningful conversations about fatherhood issues and build meaningful connections. Keegan Albaugh addresses gender equality within the workplace and discusses the challenges of substance use and addiction, particularly within men's culture. Let's hear about Keegan's journey with Dad Guild and its mission to empower fathers!Keegan is the founder and Executive Director of Dad Guild, a grassroots nonprofit organization whose mission is to support and empower fathers by offering opportunities for connection, education, and community engagement.[00:01 - 07:29] Opening Segment• Keegan's background in conflict resolution, mental health, and exploring masculinity• Keegan started Dad Guild after realizing there were limited offerings for dadsOffering opportunities for connection, education, and community engagement• How the organization has grown to Vermont's largest fatherhood network[07:30 - 14:24] The Serious Issue of Men's Isolation: How to Fix It and Find Support• Men have half the number of friends as before and seven times higher suicide rates• Keegan provides multiple avenues for engagement with different interests and activitiesResearch shows people live longer, happier lives when they have friends• Life is a zero-sum game, and the guilt factor is challenging to overcome[14:25 - 21:03] How to Create a Safe Environment for Conversation and Support• Why taking time for self-care is important• Addiction can be complicated, and understanding it is key• Conversations about substance use and addiction are becoming more accepted• Modeling healthy behavior for children is important[21:04 - 27:48] Rewriting the Script for Gender Equality in the Workplace• The importance of taking time off and modeling a balanced life• Navigating social situations without alcohol can be intimidating and isolatingRewriting the script around substance use and self-care is important• Patriarchy still has an impact on workplace policies, such as family leave[27:49 - 33:44] Closing Segment• Parents need more flexible schedules and support from employers• Leaders should model taking time off to encourage employees to do the sameWant to connect with Keegan? Follow him on Instagram and Facebook. Head to Dad Guild, a supportive network of dads in your community!Key Quotes:“If we're trying just to be here all the time and not take time for ourselves and focus on our own self-care. We slowly deteriorate until the point where we're just miserable people to be around. ” - Keegan AlbaughDownload our FREE Strategizing for Inflation Guide here: https://www.excelsiorgp.com/download/Connect with me on LinkedIn!LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, AND LEAVE US A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or whatever platform you listen on. Thank you for tuning in, and Stay Tuned for the Next Episode COMING SOON! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.