From Rebellion to Redemption: Deryck’s Journey to Becoming a Present Father

Send us a textWhat happens when a child of immigrants grows up in a home filled with pressure, misunderstanding, and emotional distance—and then becomes a father himself?In this powerful episode of 15 Minutes with Dad, host Lirec Williams sits down with Deryck, a father reflecting on his turbulent journey through adolescence, rebellion, and personal growth. Raised in a strict, achievement-driven immigrant household, Deryck’s early years were marked by conflict, miscommunication, and a strained parent-child relationship that left emotional wounds he carried into adulthood.🎯 In this episode, you'll explore:How cultural expectations and generational gaps shaped Deryck’s identity and choicesThe consequences of unresolved anger and rebellion during his youthThe pivotal life lessons that changed the course of his manhood and fatherhoodWhat it means to reparent yourself while trying to be a better parentThe shift from guilt and regret to emotional resilience and intentional parenting💡 Deryck doesn’t shy away from his past—he owns it. And through honest reflection, he reveals how the pain of being misunderstood by his own father became the fuel to break cycles and parent with presence, empathy, and clarity.Whether you're navigating your own immigrant upbringing, rebuilding after mistakes, or learning to lead your family differently than how you were raised, this episode will remind you: your past doesn't disqualify you—it prepares you.📲 Subscribe to 15 Minutes with Dad and visit 15minuteswithdad.com for bonus content, fatherhood reflections, and healing tools for generational transformation.🎧 Tune in now—and witness how Deryck transformed rebellion into redemption, and pain into purpose. Support the showStay Connected with 15 Minutes with Dad: 🌐 Website: Explore additional resources and updates on our healing journey at 15MinuteswithDad.com. 📱 Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @15minuteswithdad Facebook: 15 Minutes with Dad TikTok: @15minuteswithdad Host Instagram: @ToldbyLirec Facebook: @ToldbyLirec TikTok:@ToldbyLirec ✉️ Subscribe and Share: Receive the latest episodes directly in your inbox by subscribing on our website. Don't forget to share your thoughts and experiences with the community! 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platforms: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, and more. Thank you for joining us on this transformative journey! Together, we're breaking barriers and fostering a community of healing. Buy 15 Minutes with Dad Merchandise -Donate to 15 Minutes with Dad so...

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