Dad Starting Over
Welcome to the Dad Starting Over podcast! "Starting Over" means different things to different people. It could be that you're newly divorced and starting over fresh with a new life. It could be that you're still married and wanting to hit the reset button and finally do things right within your marriage. Whatever your story may be, you're in the right place.
I'm Ralph, a.k.a DSO, the author of books called "The Dead Bedroom Fix", "Divorce Panic", "Real Talk" and "Red Flags". You can learn more about me, my books, one-on-one coaching, and the member-only part of my site called the Brotherhood at https://helpformen.com
- Update frequency
- every 3 days
- Average duration
- 26 minutes
- Episodes
- 323
- Years Active
- 2018 - 2025
Should You Continue Doing Family Things with Your Ex? (from a DSO Live Event)
Jared, a divorced father, seeks advice on whether to continue doing activities as a family with his ex-wife and kids. The host suggests setting boundaries and prioritizing his own emotional well-bein…
Dear DSO: "My Wife is Indifferent About Us."
In this episode, DSO explores the common scenario of one partner being anxious and the other avoidant in a relationship. He offers advice on finding a middle ground and bridging the gap between the t…
Can You Go From Avoidant to Secure? (from a DSO Live event)
In this episode, DSO explores the possibility of moving from an avoidant to a secure attachment style in relationships. He emphasizes that both anxious and avoidant individuals have their own challen…
Interview With Coach J
Jason, or "Coach J" as he is known by our group, is one of the founding members of the DSO Fraternity and acts as the director for our DSO coaches. J has recently retired from the U.S. Army and bring…
About The "Forgotten Father" Tweet I Posted
In this episode, DSO explores the sensitive topic of men feeling forgotten after having children. He shares the negative response he received from women when pointing out this issue and questions whe…
Dear DSO: "Am I Being Weird... Or Should I Be Concerned?"
In this episode, DSO addresses a listener's concerns about their wife's suspicious behavior. From late-night phone use to financial infidelity, the signs are troubling. DSO advises the listener to pr…
Dear DSO: Do I Tell New Gals About My Crazy Ex?
In this episode, DSO addresses a common concern: how to explain a difficult divorce without resorting to labeling an ex as "crazy." He advises being open and honest about the challenges faced, withou…
Retroactive Jealousy (from a DSO Live Stream event)
In this episode, DSO delves into the topic of retroactive jealousy, addressing the insecurities and discomfort that can arise when a partner has had previous sexual encounters. He explores the dynami…
Dear DSO: "I'm in Excellent Shape... But it's Still Not Enough For Her Libido!"
DSO comes face to face with a conundrum that plagues many married individuals – the struggle for consistent, fulfilling intimacy. The host addresses a listener's question concerning the frequency and…
Dear DSO: "I Still Need MORE From My Wife!"
DSO tackles a sensitive and commonly encountered issue in many marriages: the dynamics of sexual desire and satisfaction. Delve into Daniel's story, a listener who, despite having worked on improving…
Interview With Carla Crivaro - "The Forgotten Man"
I had the pleasure of sitting down for a nice chat with Carla Crivaro from the UK. From her website at carlacrivaro.com:
"I started out as a sexually repressed, stay at home mother and wife with chron…
Dear DSO: "Is It Menopause.... Or Something Else?"
DSO addresses a message from a listener who is experiencing a disparity in libido with his postmenopausal wife. The listener explains that his wife's libido has significantly decreased since entering…
Dear DSO: I'm A Winner And My Wife Is A Loser!
In this episode, DSO responds to a letter from Nate, who is feeling drained and frustrated in his marriage. After a long military career, Nate has come to realize that his wife is lazy, unambitious, …
Married People Have MORE Sex Than Single People?!
DSO discusses the statistic that married people have more sex than single people, and whether this means that single individuals should get married to improve their sex lives. He examines the reality…
Dear DSO: "My Wife Wants To Go To A Bachelorette Party"
In this episode, DSO responds to a question from a listener named John Rambo, who is feeling anxious about his wife attending a bachelorette party in Vegas. John has been with his wife for almost 13 …
Interview With Karen and Catherine From My Divorce Solution
Karen and Catherine offer a service that they call "My Divorce Solution". It's an excellent method for gathering all pertinent information and uncovering all the facts you may need when going through…
Dear DSO: "Ever Since The Kids, I Feel Like I've Been Put On The Backburner"
DSO addresses a common issue faced by many men in long-term relationships: feeling neglected and pushed to the back burner after having children. He explains that this shift in attention and prioriti…
Dear DSO: "My Wife Is Lazy... Or Depressed?"
DSO responds to a question from a man named Nick who is frustrated with his wife's lack of contribution to household chores and responsibilities. Nick works long hours and comes home to clean, cook, …
Dear DSO: "What About Scheduling Sex With My Avoidant Wife?"
Lloyd is obviously not too happy with his love life to his wife of twenty years. He labels her as "avoidant", and their scheduled once-per-week intimacy sessions aren't panning out. What can he do?
Dear DSO: "My Wife Copes By Having Affairs"
A follower, JD, reaches out and shares a story that is, unfortunately, pretty common. His wife seems to have flipped out after enduring a pretty normal but negative life situation. Her father passed …