Focus On What’s Right About Young Men with Barack Obama
Summary
Former President Barack Obama, alongside Michelle and Craig, delves into a listener's question about raising emotionally intelligent young men. They share personal stories on fatherhood, the evolving definition of masculinity, and the critical role of community in a boy's development. The discussion emphasizes the need for diverse male role models, the impact of societal changes on parenting, and the vital importance of fostering emotional self-awareness to prepare the next generation for a complex world.Episode description
Former President of the United States Barack Obama sits down with Michelle and Craig to answer a listener’s question about raising emotionally intelligent young men. President Obama shares how being raised by a single mother impacted his definition of manhood and how a formative experience in Indonesia taught him about self-sufficiency. Michelle and Craig reflect on the example of masculinity their own father set, and the group shares why community is key to raising boys in today’s day and age. Plus, he shares why he’s optimistic about the next generation.
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