Minivans Are So Back!

Plus - breaking the morning routine

Sup dudes. Hope the week’s treating you alright.

We packed today’s send with some solid Prime Day picks if you’re hunting deals. Also, don’t sleep on Dad Lab tomorrow with the CEO of Future Money. He’ll be sharing simple, actionable ways to set your kids up for long-term financial success. Definitely worth showing up for.

And on a more serious note, our hearts go out to the families impacted by the Texas floods. As parents, it’s hard to even process. We’re thinking of everyone affected.

Let’s get into it.

📕 DAD WISDOM 

Hold the Line

One of the most underrated parenting skills? Knowing when to keep it together.

Whether your kid is melting down in the checkout line, flunking a test, or just having a hard day, there’s real power in not panicking at the same time.

You and your partner are a team. If one’s losing it, the other holds the line. Be the calm when they can’t be, and trust they’ll do the same for you.

Parenting is emotional. But showing up steady when it counts? That’s part of the job.

RAD DAD 

Jeremy Cowart

He’s photographed everyone from Taylor Swift to the Dalai Lama. Built a hotel concept using AI and painted with light. But behind all the creativity and chaos, Jeremy Cowart is simply a dad trying to lead with purpose.

A creative powerhouse and entrepreneur with a heart for service, Jeremy sees fatherhood as his most important work. He’s the kind of dad who doesn’t hide the messy middle — instead, he invites his kids into it.

“My kids have seen every failure, every crazy idea, every late night — and I think that’s a gift.”

He’s spoken openly about leading with vulnerability and modeling purpose, especially in a world where chasing dreams can feel chaotic.

“I’m constantly thinking about how to lead my kids well and show them what it means to chase dreams with purpose.”

It’s not always easy. In his own words: “Parenting is the hardest thing I’ve ever done — and by far the most beautiful.”

Give Jeremy a follow here.

DAD TOYS 

Amazon Prime Days

We did some grunt work for y’all to find some of the best deals during Amazon Prime Days.

The Vitamix Propel 750 is the blender equivalent of buying one tool that never quits.

Smoothies, sauces, soups—you name it, it crushes it.
Built like a tank. Cleans itself. And right now it’s 40% off.

Buy it once, use it forever. Grab it here.

🛒 WHAT ELSE WE’RE EYING UP VIA AMAZON PRIME DAYS

» 4 Pack Apple Air Tags (34% off)

» Black & Decker Handheld Vaccuum (40% off)

» Mission Max Cooling Towel (20% off)

» Levis 501 Jeans (50% off)

» Lacoste OG Polo (35% off)

» Bose Quiet Comfort Headphones (34% off)

DAD BOD 

Your Clutter Versus Your Energy

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Saw this in Arnold’s Pump Club the other day…

Your clutter might be doing more than crowding your space; it might be draining your energy too.

Research shows that how cluttered your home feels (not just how it looks) can have a big impact on your mood, motivation, and overall well-being.

People who view their space as chaotic tend to report lower life satisfaction. But when your home feels calm, personal, and in control, it actually boosts your mindset.

If you need a win this week, don’t overthink it—declutter one small area. Your nightstand. The kitchen counter. Your car.

Not for aesthetics but for your sanity. Because a clearer space can help you show up as a better, more focused version of yourself.

JUNK DRAWER 

» Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer Saves Over 200 From Texas Floods

» The Yearly Marriage Checkup

» Why MiniVans Are Cool Again

Last call for our Dad Lab tomorrow at 12pm ET with CEO of Future Money Phil Barrar.

Phil is a serial entrepreneur with two successful exits under his belt, and as the former CEO of Canada’s leading investing app, he knows a thing or two about building wealth.

In this session, he’ll share actionable tips to help you build real generational wealth for your kids—including a breakdown of the Junior Roth IRA, why it matters, and how to get started. This is a practical, straight-to-the-point conversation you won’t want to miss.

  • Thursday, July 10th

  • 12pm-12:30pm ET

  • Live on Google Meet

  • No participation required. Q&A available at the end.

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PARTNER CONTENT

WITH TIPSY ELVES

I love golf just as much as the next guy, but I try not to take my game (or my outfit) too seriously. That’s where Tipsy Elves comes in.

Their golf shirts hit the sweet spot: performance-ready, ridiculously comfortable, and covered in prints that bring the laughs, especially when your swing doesn’t.

Because if you can’t break 80, you might as well break the dress code. Save up to 30% off.

DAD HUMOR