21 | Erik Sorenson | The Power of “Commit FIRST” in Life and in Parenting

The Powerful Parenting Journey

On today's episode of the Powerful Parenting Journey Podcast, Stephanie talks to Erik Sorenson, a father of 10 and an accomplished author, speaker, entrepreneur and coach.

Erik kicks off the conversation by highlighting the importance of powerful parents in today's world. He reflects on the common perception that successful entrepreneurs often had difficult childhoods, but acknowledges that his own upbringing was different. He describes his childhood as similar to the 60’s television show, "Mayberry." He emphasizes the significance of recognizing every child as a child of God, allowing them to embrace boundless potential and endless possibilities.

Erik shares several parameters they have implemented in dealing with their children and their devices, and strongly discourages allowing children to have cell phones in their bedrooms. You’ll discover alarming examples of children as young as fourth graders being exposed to inappropriate content and harmful conversations.

The conversation shifts to Erik's book, "Commit First," and how it aligns with his philosophy of prioritizing relationships in parenting and marriage. Erik emphasizes the significance of committing first to the marriage relationship as the foundation for a strong and happy family. You’ll learn about the four Ps of powerful parenting: being an incredible partner, being a good parent, being a powerful provider, and incorporating play.

Reflecting on his journey as a father, Erik acknowledges past mistakes of prioritizing work over family but emphasizes the importance of intention and presence. He encourages other driven entrepreneurs to prioritize family and find ways to be fully present, even amid demanding work schedules.

Erik shares a personal and emotional story about his involvement in the fight against human trafficking and the spontaneous act of generosity by the audience during his live event.

Stephanie mentions her course called "License to Phone," which helps parents determine the right time for their child to have a phone and how to navigate it.

Join Stephanie and Erik for an insightful conversation about consistent family traditions, parental awareness and involvement in today's digital age, and the value of creating memorable experiences.

Enjoy!

What You Will Learn In This Show:

• How to connect intimately with your children.
• Implementing family night in the family.
• How social media has changed the world of parenting.
• The importance of locking down internet access.
• Being intentional and present during the time spent with your children.
• Fitness and fuel for maintaining high energy levels for parenting and daily life.
• The unexpected miracle during his live event in Nashville.
• The transformative power of the "commit first" approach.
• And so much more...

Resources:

Commit First Book