Raising Confident Creators

Steve Jobs once said, "Life can be much broader, once you discover one simple fact, and that is that everything around you that you call life was made up by people that were no smarter than you."

As dads, we have a chance to show our kids this powerful truth: the world isn’t set in stone. It’s a playground of opportunities, created by people no different than them. If we can instill confidence in them to ask questions, try new things, and trust their own ideas, we’re setting them up for a life of curiosity and boldness.

So, when your kids show interest in something—whether it's building with LEGOs or coding their own games—remind them: the people who’ve built the world weren’t born with superpowers, just curiosity and confidence.

Casey Neistat: From High School Dropout to YouTube Sensation

Meet Casey Neistat, a guy who went from washing dishes in a trailer park to becoming one of YouTube's most influential creators. But his real story? Redefining fatherhood.

Casey became a dad at 17, living on welfare and working as a dishwasher. Instead of becoming a statistic, he turned his love for storytelling into a career. After moving to NYC, he created viral videos, landed an HBO series, and skyrocketed to YouTube fame with his daily vlogs.

I got to meet Casey a few years back during an event I was running, and he shared something that stuck with me: "You need a reason in life to do things. And for me, I don't know what else can drive me as much if it wasn't for having someone else to do all this for."

Sometimes, it takes someone else to light that fire under us and keep it burning.

Through it all, fatherhood remained his focus. Now with two kids, Casey's goal is simple: “I want her to look back at her childhood and think, ‘I had a father who was there.’”

From teen dad to YouTube star, Casey proves that being a badass dad is about showing up, every single day, for the ones who matter most. Give Casey a follow here.

Custom Golf Carts

I thought I had a pretty sweet golf cart until I saw this ^ bad boy on Instagram. This dude Finley out of Nashville slings custom golf carts (mostly Bronco-style) for customers all over the country. You can get one starting at a cool $18k.

Check ‘em out here.

Zone 2 Training: Why Dads Should Care

Zone 2 training is all about building your endurance with low-to-moderate intensity exercise—think easy runs or steady bike rides.

It's the sweet spot where your body efficiently produces energy without burning out, keeping you in that 60-70% heart rate range.

Why does it matter? Zone 2 boosts your energy production, strengthens your heart, and improves recovery, all while reducing the risk of fatigue and injury. Plus, it’s great for long-term health, helping fight off conditions like diabetes and heart disease.

Pro tip: The "talk test" is your secret weapon. If you can comfortably hold a conversation while training, you’re in Zone 2. Aim for 3-4 sessions a week to reap the rewards. Learn more here. 

4 Ways to Survive a Long Road Trip with the Kids

Road trips with kids: equal parts adventure and endurance test.

Here's how to tackle it like a pro:

1. Snacks on Snacks
   Hungry kids = chaos. Load up on easy, mess-free snacks (and toss in a few treats for bribery).

2. Entertainment is Key
   Movies, audiobooks, and road games like I Spy will save your sanity. Just make sure those tablets are charged the night before.

3. Plan Fun Pit Stops
   Weird roadside attractions and parks break up the monotony. Bonus: kids will look forward to them.

4. Comfort is King
   Neck pillows, blankets, and chargers—because nothing ruins a trip faster than a dead tablet.

Follow these, and you’ll not only survive the trip, you might even enjoy it (well, sorta).