The Power of Words, Raising Confident Daughters, & Mindful Screen Time - Ft. J.R. Kenna

What you say to your daughter becomes the voice she hears in her own head. In this episode of Girl Dad: The Podcast, J.R. Kenna, a Pittsburgh dad, softball coach, and work-from-home father, shares how intentional words, goal setting, and everyday habits shape confident, resilient daughters. J.R. talks about coaching his daughter's softball team, having healthy conversations about body image and strength, keeping treats in moderation, managing screen time, and protecting date nights and family traditions, all while balancing a career from home. If you want practical, real-world tools for raising a confident girl, this conversation is full of them. In this episode, we cover:- How your words and thoughts shape your daughter's reality- Why writing goals down works, and the science behind positive thinking- Using youth sports to teach confidence, resilience, and fun- Talking to daughters about body image, strength, and healthy habits- Handling food, treats, and moderation with kids- Why date nights and intentional family time matter- Managing technology and screen time at home- Balancing work from home with family life- J.R.'s #1 piece of advice for girl dads 💬 Key Moments:"Your thoughts become your reality.""The key word is yet. Emphasizing that future outcome.""It's that act of optimism versus delusional optimism." ⏱️ Chapters:00:00 Meet J.R. Kenna01:13 Family and work life in Pittsburgh02:47 Why writing things down and goal setting matter05:28 The power of words and thoughts in shaping reality08:48 The science behind manifestation and positive thinking11:13 Coaching his daughter's softball team15:00 Fun, confidence, and resilience in sports19:15 Body image, strength, and healthy habits21:28 Creating lifelong memories through shared activities24:59 Food, treats, and moderation with kids29:59 Date nights and intentional family time34:58 Managing technology and screen time40:00 How words and actions shape children's development45:00 Balancing work from home and family life47:06 Final advice for girl dads: be authentic and have fun 🔗 Connect with Madeline Anderson: Website: www.girldadnetwork.comInstagram: @girldadnetworkYouTube: @girldadnetworkGet a Copy of Girl Dad: https://www.amazon.com/Girl-Dad-Stories-Lessons-Daughters/dp/B0BNTXPRWQ