The ANCHR Journal

Ideas for fathers who want to lead with intention.

Practical field notes on presence, family leadership, and turning the time you have into moments that last.

  1. Identity 6 min read

    Your Kids Don't Need More. They Need You: the Leader Version, Not the Provider Version.

    Most dads are excellent providers. Very few are intentional leaders. Here's the difference, and the shift that changes everything about how your kids experience you.
  2. Framework 7 min read

    There Are 50 Things Your Kids Need to Do With You. Most Dads Miss Half of Them.

    There are 50 experiences every father should have with his kids before they leave home. Most dads know about a handful. Here's the full list, with the developmental window for each one.
  3. Kids 7 min read

    Your Kids Get 936 Saturdays at Home. Do You Have a Plan for Them?

    Your kids get 936 Saturdays at home before they leave. Most dads feel the urgency. Almost none have a plan. Here's how to build one that actually works.