Death to dad bods!

Death to Dad Bods!

I’m a Dad, so let me explain.

The label “Dad Bod” pokes fun at Dads. Think Homer Simpson. The once admired 6-pack turned into a sought-after 6-pack chilling in the fridge.

We get comfortable. Our focus turns from self-image to selfishness. Doing our best to balance our marriage, career, and role as a Dad.

Once the fog of complacency settles in, accepting the average is the standard. Something we would’ve scoffed at in our 20’s.

Why does this happen? How do we go from goal-oriented, gym-going, driven dudes to being ok when our man boobs jiggle when we hit a speed bump?

One word – complacency.

As men get older, we play tug-of-war with being complacent and being content. What’s the difference?

Being complacent is accepting average. “Ok” is the checkmark where you are with life right now. Same old, same old. Get up in the morning, eat the same breakfast, go to the same job, come home and watch the same show on TV, and go to bed at the same time. Rinse and repeat. Day after day. No real spark. Average is your best friend.

Contentment is different. Having peace where you are in life, but still wanting more.

It applies to both health and mindset. Not ashamed to pull our shirt off at the pool, but not trying to grace the cover of a fitness magazine either. Striving for something bigger than ourselves. Not settling for average.

Find the balance of something hard to do. Having peace and joy where you are today, but still wanting more.

Grateful for what you have, but still having a flickering flame inside to get more out of life.

As Dads, be content, not complacent. Pursure your passion. It’s not too late.

Live your purpose. The best days are ahead of you.

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