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In this episode of the EZ Conversations Podcast, Furkhan sits down with Richard Ramos, founder of Parents on a Mission, to discuss crucial issues surrounding modern parenting. They explore themes such as the decline of the nuclear family, the erosion of parental authority, and the impact of growing up in challenging environments. Richard shares his personal journey from a troubled youth in Northeast Los Angeles to becoming a mentor for at-risk youth and the inspiration behind starting Parents on a Mission. The conversation delves into the importance of instilling values, role modeling, the challenges posed by modern Technology, and the misguided notion that ‘it takes a village’ to raise children. Richard emphasizes the paramount role of parents in shaping their children’s future and offers practical advice on creating a nurturing and value-driven home environment. The episode concludes with Richard introducing his resources, including books, Online Courses, and an AI-driven tool to assist parents.

Richard R. Ramos is a distinguished keynote speaker, author, and international leader in family reconciliation and community youth violence prevention. Overcoming the challenges of barrio youth gangs, drugs, and violence, he has dedicated his career to serving high-risk Latino youth and families.

Richard is the founder of “Parents on a Mission” (POM), a leadership curriculum designed to empower parents to win the hearts, minds, and loyalty of their children. Since 2007, he has trained thousands of parents and community leaders with POM, focusing on building healthy Relationships and preventing youth involvement in gangs.

You can refer listeners to my website: www.richardrramos.com

00:00 Introduction: Building a Better Community Starts at Home

00:58 Welcome to EZ Conversations Podcast

01:05 Meet Richard Ramos: From Troubled Youth to Mentor

04:00 The Importance of Parental Influence

04:49 Richard’s Personal Journey and the Birth of Parents on a Mission

07:11 Challenges and Realities of Modern Parenting

08:41 The Role of Values and Home Environment

16:51 The Ideological and Cultural War on Parenting

23:10 Practical Advice for Parents: Immunizing with Values

28:44 Maturity vs. Age: A Parent’s Perspective

29:48 The Power of Vulnerability and Apologies

31:45 Building Concern for Neighbors in Children

32:56 The Screen Time Dilemma and Family Planning

35:33 Balancing Activities and Family Time

39:27 The Importance of Community and Support

44:19 Parenting Styles: Authoritarian, Permissive, and Authoritative

47:50 Richard’s Resources and Final Thoughts

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Furkhan Dandia Therapist and Coach

I am a men's coach, therapist, group facilitator, podcaster and author. My journey began five years ago when I was going through a separation. I found myself alone and in a shame spiral that our culture and society covertly exert on people due to the perceived "failure" of a marriage. Unfortunately, I personalized that message which led me to fall deeper into a hole, causing me to surround myself with people that did not serve me and engage in substance abuse. While seeking therapy, I was not making the wholesale changes I needed.

As part of my experience with therapy, I realized that I am not alone in the challenges men my age experience (I separated at the age of 34/35). I realized I could be a voice for men like myself and offer support in this space. In the middle of the pandemic, I applied for a Master's degree in Psychology to become a therapist. This change was a significant shift for me as I worked in the corporate world as an engineer. Once I leaned into the space of supporting other men, I also started a podcast to normalize these difficult conversations and started a men's group a year later with the support of a friend.

I thought I was giving something back when I started the men's group. However, I quickly realized I was getting substantially more from the connections I built than I initially anticipated. It was also something I needed because I was going through another breakup.

At that point, I also realized that I had not taken the time to heal, and I was outsourcing my healing through romantic relationships, substances, material acquisitions and superficial relationships. I decided to step away from the outgoing lifestyle and started to focus on my healing which was another phase of evolution for me on my journey. Over the last year and a half, I have become mindful of the people I spend my time with. I have cleaned my lifestyle of substances, toxic environments and behaviours. I have focused on my sleep, my health and my knowledge. I have improved my spiritual relationship with myself, which was lacking the most over the past five years. This is the best I have felt.

As part of my solitude journey and to find myself again, I also released a book encapsulating my journey, which I hope to share with others. My book is titled: The Pursuit of Self-Love.