Architects of Coercion
Coercion strips people of genuine choice, and when institutional power is used to intimidate vulnerable families, autonomy, dignity and trust can quickly disappear.
Family Courts in the Firing Line
This week saw this fascinating announcement from an American advocate, Robert Garza, who is intent on fixing the family court system not only across America but in countries across the world.
March for Australia: Aussie Blokes Are Being Left Behind
Many of the problems aired during the March for Australia are impacting most on the ordinary Aussie blokes who are already at the bottom of the pile. Men are most likely to be kicked to the curb by the pressures being caused by the current high levels of immigration.
How to Be a Great Dad, Even When You’re Doing It Alone
Through consistent love and the support of other wise men, single dads can walk in confidence and leave an impact that lasts generations. Here are five essential principles—three “do’s” and two “don’ts”—that can help single fathers navigate this important calling.
Five Marks of a Faithful Single Father
Billy Graham once said, “A good father is one of the most unsung, unpraised, unnoticed, and yet one of the most valuable assets of our society.” That’s especially true of single fathers.
HEART Fathering: Laugh, Grow, Never Give Up
Being a dad is about showing up—physically and emotionally—and engaging with your children in ways that build lasting trust and make memories. I want to give you a simple framework using the letters of HEART that captures some vital expressions of fatherhood.
Imperfect but Present: Why Our Kids Don’t Need Perfect Dads—Just Growing Ones
Here’s the truth that gives hope: Your child isn’t looking for a perfect dad. They’re looking for you. Present. Real. Honest. Willing to grow.
Dad: Make Sure Your Kids Feel the Love
Saying “I love you” and “I’m so proud of you” can be a tremendous blessing and a real benefit to our kids. That doesn’t mean it’s always easy or natural for us, but we can grow in that direction.
Two Challenges for Single Dads
As a single dad, your situation may not be ideal, but your kids can still thrive and succeed.
3 Reasons Fatherhood is Hard
Single dads often carry tremendous weight. Some of the toughest times in my entire parenting journey happened when I was a single father. But I have also experienced joy in my life that, apart from being a parent, I never would have known existed.
D.A.D. — An Acrostic Father’s Day Tribute (Part 3 of 3)
Dad Acrostic Dictums: An acrostic is generally a poem or phrase in which the first letters spell out a word. It will soon be Father’s Day. How many of these old sayings apply to you? How many apply to your dad?
D.A.D. — An Acrostic Father’s Day Tribute (Part 2 of 3)
Dad Acrostic Dictums: An acrostic is generally a poem or phrase in which the first letters spell out a word. It will soon be Father’s Day. How many of these old sayings apply to you? How many apply to your dad?
D.A.D. — An Acrostic Father’s Day Tribute (Part 1 of 3)
Dad Acrostic Dictums: An acrostic is generally a poem or phrase in which the first letters spell out a word. It will soon be Father’s Day. How many of these old sayings apply to you? How many apply to your dad?
Being a Single Dad: The Joys, Challenges and All the In-Between
In 2013, Michael Ray became the sole parent of his two-year-old daughter Charlie. Michael has since published his first book, "Who Knew", which speaks to his experiences as a single dad, exposing some of the stigmas men come up against in the parenting world.
Your Dad Shaped You—Now It’s Your Turn: How to Father Well, No Matter Your Past
Whatever your story, your children don’t need you to be flawless. They need their father to be present. They need you to be aware of the story behind you, so you can write a better one in front of them.
Friendships Matter: The Concerning Rise in Male Loneliness
The recent trend of men having fewer friends is very concerning. But the solution for any man is usually simple, but not always easy. Forming friendships does take work, but it's worth the investment.
Adolf Hitler, Charles Manson & Jack the Ripper Had One Thing in Common: Fatherlessness
Fatherlessness drives violent crime. But a father’s commitment to his wife and children destroys violence before it can begin. Let's become the change we seek for our children.
Voices for Paternity Testing
Millions of men worldwide are affected annually by paternity fraud. Proving paternity is vital for the rights of the real biological dad, the child, and for establishing relationships and responsibilities based on truth – from the beginning.
Payback for False Allegations
A string of successful malicious prosecution cases could throw a spanner in the works of the huge false allegations industry. Fantasy? Perhaps. But a recent High Court decision gives a rare glimmer of hope. One small step for mankind. And we should celebrate this small success.
Single Fathers: We Need You to Share Your Experience
Single fathers can help other dads by sharing their experiences on the work-family balance of single parenting. Plus, earn a $20 voucher in the process!
5 Encouragements for Single Dads
Being a single dad is a serious balancing act. Sometimes, it gets tough and lonely. We want all single fathers to feel appreciated. That’s why we’re here to give you these five encouragements.
Family Law and the Marxist Machine Destroying Australia
Despite our valiant efforts for Family Law reform, we came up against the Marxist machine: a wave of taxpayer-funded propaganda, male-bashing, and mission-bent bureaucracies. The government continues on its harmful, family-destroying ways.
What Don’t You Understand?
I hope you never know what it feels like to lose your life partner, kids, family members, friends, home, mind, job, and any chance of getting back on your feet. All on the court's unfounded understanding of an allegation you are innocent of.
What Did Your Dad Tell You?
Don Mathis has collected some proverbs from papas around the world and invites you to answer this question: What Did Your Dad Tell You?
A Man’s Responsibility
What is a responsibility? What is the male responsible for? What is the guiding force in determining any of the above? Those are some tough questions.
Men’s Health Week: Helping Men Stay Alive & Find Their Voice
There is no telling how many men's lives Men's Health Week has saved since 2002. And now, a glimmer of federal government hope – but you must use your voice!
