Bridge The Gap
Empowering program for dads distanced from their children.
Overcome the distance, strengthen bonds, and reinvent fatherhood from afar.
About Joel Buckmire
I'm Joel Buckmire, founder of the Father Further Initiative, where I commit to empowering fathers who must parent from a distance. Having faced the complexities of co-parenting and modern fatherhood myself, I deeply understand the challenges that come with maintaining meaningful connections across miles. My coaching, rooted in extensive financial literacy and family empowerment knowledge, offers fathers the tools to stay connected, engaged, and impactful in their children's lives, no matter where life takes them.
Who is it for?
- A dad between 18 and 55 years old seeking to strengthen the connection with your children from a distance.
- Facing challenges in maintaining emotional connections due to physical distance, particularly due to career obligations or divorce.
- Keen on mastering digital communication to enhance your involvement in your child's life.
Who is it not for?
- Not a father seeking to improve your relationship with your children remotely.
- Not facing any issues with co-parenting or communication efforts with your children.
- Unwilling to learn and implement digital tools for better communication with your children.
MODULE ONE
Foundations of Remote Parenting
OUTCOME
A clear understanding of the landscape of remote parenting.
DESCRIPTION
Dive into the emotional and practical sides of distant fathering. You'll start by mastering digital communication tools and setting realistic parenting goals to effectively connect with your children from afar.
MODULE TWO
Mastering Digital Communication
OUTCOME
Confidence in using various digital platforms for parenting.
DESCRIPTION
Enhance your tech-savvy side as you train with social media, video calls, and messaging apps. Learn to create engaging and enriching interactions that make every digital moment with your children count.
MODULE THREE
Emotional Bonding Techniques
OUTCOME
Strengthened emotional ties with children.
DESCRIPTION
Explore daily emotional check-ins, storytelling, and shared online activities. These exercises are designed to deepen the emotional connection, ensuring you and your children feel close despite the miles.
MODULE FOUR
Resilient Relationships
OUTCOME
A stronger, more adaptable father-child relationship.
DESCRIPTION
Build resilience into your relationships through scenario planning and resilience-building conversations. Equip yourself and your children with the skills to handle life’s challenges, adapting and thriving regardless of circumstances.
MODULE FIVE
Co-Parenting Harmony
OUTCOME
Improved co-parenting dynamics.
DESCRIPTION
Navigate the intricacies of co-parenting with strategies focused on conflict resolution and cooperative planning. This guidance helps you collaborate effectively, reducing conflict and fostering a supportive co-parenting environment.
MODULE SIX
Enhancing Parenting Confidence
OUTCOME
Boosted self-confidence in parenting skills.
DESCRIPTION
Overcome self-doubt through reflective journaling and success mapping. This process empowers you to address and conquer insecurities, enhancing your confidence and competence as a father.
MODULE SEVEN
Financial Planning for Future Needs
OUTCOME
A robust plan for financial involvement in your children’s lives.
DESCRIPTION
Take charge of your financial responsibilities with tools for budgeting, child support planning, and educational savings. Prepare to support your children’s future, ensuring you’re financially set for their best interests.
MODULE EIGHT
Long-Distance Parenting Plan
OUTCOME
A tailored, practical plan for ongoing father-child connection.
DESCRIPTION
Integrate all the skills you've acquired into a personalized, long-term parenting roadmap. This complete strategy equips you to maintain a strong bond with your children, regardless of distance.
Bridge The Gap
Empowering program for dads distanced from their children.
Overcome the distance, strengthen bonds, and reinvent fatherhood from afar.
