On Becoming a Better Man, Human, and Father
As soon as we first spoke, I knew we would be friends for a long time. He’s a Latino, a father, an entrepreneur, and a hip-hop head
One person's presence and influence continue to impact me today. Because of his willingness to believe in me and take a risk- I quit my job to make "money in my sleep."
We’ve all been there. Raging. Scrolling. Legs numb. Just me?
We struggle to articulate our thoughts and arguments. But there’s that perfect meme that will encapsulate the exact thing we’re thinking in the most passive-aggressive way imaginable.
Now, if I can just find it.
Check out my latest guest interview on the Venus and Mars Podcast hosted by Anya Shakhmeyster.
I love having these conversations because I always get questions that remind me of stories that have been buried for years.
This podcast was no different.
Go give it a listen.
You can also find the episode on Anya’s website here: Dadhood & The Nurturing Masculine w/ Teevee Aguirre
As parents, we all want our kids to get a good education and get a good job at a good company that treats them well.
But will your child show up and be that team member we all wish we had at work? Or will they be that crazy person you dread seeing on the schedule?
Crap, I was starting to sound like my dad.
My daughters aren't calling or staying in touch. I feel forgotten. A part of me feels like they don't appreciate or love me.
I was furious at my girlfriend.
Never have I ever been this mad at her. I screamed. She screamed. Our egos refused to back down. Fight me.
She could have chosen anyone, but my daughter chose me.
I shouted this to my 11 and 9-year-old daughters as we drove down the freeway with the windows rolled down. They were in the back seat of our old run-down Honda Civic, so it was especially noisy.
It pays to be you; all awkward and genuine you.
You've been practicing all your life. You become memorable for your genuine personality.
I was reminded of this lesson yesterday on a sales call.
This will be my strangest and most emotional summer as a dad.
It's the bridge to the other phase of my parenting journey. On the last day of school, I would be waiting for them to jump in the car. Then we would drive into the horizon.
This is a call to action to all dads. If you love your kids, you will be mad at me and do something about it.
On Becoming a Better Man, Human, and Father