#92 Simple Habits That Build Strong Fathers with Nate Feathers
Mon Nov 10 2025
Want daily habits for dads that actually stick?
In this episode, Greg Denning and Nate Feathers reveal the simple routines that turn ordinary men into formidable family leaders. Discover the small, consistent actions that build momentum — from the 30-minute morning win to family workouts, dinner rituals, and learning habits that shape your children’s character by example.
These two dads share how to protect your family time, stay strong through busy seasons, and replace “leveling off” with daily leveling up. Learn how saying no to busyness opens space for presence, peace, and legacy at home.
🔑 Key Takeaways
Build daily rhythms that define your family culture.
Make workouts, reading, and prayer non-negotiables.
Replace habits that drain you with habits that build you.
Say “no” to good things so you can say “yes” to the best.
Teach kids discipline and gratitude by living it daily.
💬 Memorable Quotes
“You tell me your habits, and I’ll tell you your future.” — Greg Denning
“All of your life is habits. The question is, are they serving you or running you?” — Nate Feathers
“If you want to be like the masters, not the masses, your daily routines have to prove it.” — Greg Denning
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Daily Habits
02:56 The Power of Morning Routines
06:01 Incorporating Family into Fitness
08:37 Building a Family Culture of Health
11:46 The Importance of Role Modeling
14:49 Learning and Growing as Fathers
17:44 Daily Habits and Earning Respect
20:44 Optimizing Input for Growth
27:44 The Journey of Language Learning
30:39 The Cognitive Benefits of Learning Languages
35:43 Family Dynamics and the Importance of Togetherness
40:27 The Cost of Busy Lives
45:53 Choosing Quality Over Quantity in Life
50:48 Maintaining Health During Busy Seasons
Resources for Nate:
https://www.instagram.com/dads_dont_babysit/?hl=en
https://www.facebook.com/nate.feathers/
RESOURCES:
Let me help you in your journey to becoming a more purpose-driven family leader—building stronger relationships, intentional parenting, and creating your Extraordinary Family Life.
How We Raised 7 Well-Adjusted Kids - Without Yelling, Tantrums, Punishments or Power Struggles (+ get THE CHECKLIST: Things We Do Every Day to Raise Well-Adjusted Kids)
Join the 12-Week Habits Challenge for parents of kids 13+
Get Greg’s NEW Formidable Family Man BOOK!
Free! Greg's Recommended Reading List for Parents & Youth
Don’t miss out on the Extraordinary Parent Mentoring Method class!
Podcast: The Formidable Family Man Podcast
Check out this podcast for families Extraordinary Family Life Podcast
Follow me on Instagram:@greg.denning
Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greghdenning
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Want daily habits for dads that actually stick? In this episode, Greg Denning and Nate Feathers reveal the simple routines that turn ordinary men into formidable family leaders. Discover the small, consistent actions that build momentum — from the 30-minute morning win to family workouts, dinner rituals, and learning habits that shape your children’s character by example. These two dads share how to protect your family time, stay strong through busy seasons, and replace “leveling off” with daily leveling up. Learn how saying no to busyness opens space for presence, peace, and legacy at home. 🔑 Key Takeaways Build daily rhythms that define your family culture. Make workouts, reading, and prayer non-negotiables. Replace habits that drain you with habits that build you. Say “no” to good things so you can say “yes” to the best. Teach kids discipline and gratitude by living it daily. 💬 Memorable Quotes “You tell me your habits, and I’ll tell you your future.” — Greg Denning “All of your life is habits. The question is, are they serving you or running you?” — Nate Feathers “If you want to be like the masters, not the masses, your daily routines have to prove it.” — Greg Denning Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Daily Habits 02:56 The Power of Morning Routines 06:01 Incorporating Family into Fitness 08:37 Building a Family Culture of Health 11:46 The Importance of Role Modeling 14:49 Learning and Growing as Fathers 17:44 Daily Habits and Earning Respect 20:44 Optimizing Input for Growth 27:44 The Journey of Language Learning 30:39 The Cognitive Benefits of Learning Languages 35:43 Family Dynamics and the Importance of Togetherness 40:27 The Cost of Busy Lives 45:53 Choosing Quality Over Quantity in Life 50:48 Maintaining Health During Busy Seasons Resources for Nate: https://www.instagram.com/dads_dont_babysit/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/nate.feathers/ RESOURCES: Let me help you in your journey to becoming a more purpose-driven family leader—building stronger relationships, intentional parenting, and creating your Extraordinary Family Life. How We Raised 7 Well-Adjusted Kids - Without Yelling, Tantrums, Punishments or Power Struggles (+ get THE CHECKLIST: Things We Do Every Day to Raise Well-Adjusted Kids) Join the 12-Week Habits Challenge for parents of kids 13+ Get Greg’s NEW Formidable Family Man BOOK! Free! Greg's Recommended Reading List for Parents & Youth Don’t miss out on the Extraordinary Parent Mentoring Method class! Podcast: The Formidable Family Man Podcast Check out this podcast for families Extraordinary Family Life Podcast Follow me on Instagram:@greg.denning Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greghdenning