Josh Wiggins

Man Unplugged provides incredibly valuable insights into the importance of a present and engaged father/father figure. In an ever-changing, confusing and expanding world, in which the role of the contemporary man and father has become convoluted and even demonised at times, Man Unplugged elicits clarity and steadies the ship for those who want to know how to best show up for their children. Fathers, father figures and single mothers alike will close the final pages of this book, understanding the vital importance a masculine role model plays in a child’s life, and will feel empowered to raise happy, healthy, kind, compassionate, loving and strong children that dare greatly, while feeling loved and supported to do so. The research overwhelmingly shows that the role of a father is not only distinct from that of a mother, but also vital to a child’s overall development. A child’s mental health, emotional stability, physical well-being, decision-making skills, problem-solving abilities, attitudes toward school, work, relationships, and life in general are all significantly enhanced when they feel the love and support of both an actively engaged mother and father. While each parent contributes differently, it is the presence and involvement of both that create the most stable and nurturing environment for a child to thrive. John Broadbent, in Man Unplugged, has done a fantastic job in packaging this research into concise and actionable messages that can help us as parents bring out the best in ourselves and our children.

Josh Wiggins ~ Community Dads Group Manager (NSW/QLD/ACT/NT) at The Fathering Project