Stephen A. Smith talks about what it means to be a father

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[BFick]

I couldn't agree more Stephen A. I love hearing these words from another black father. I have 4 daughters and they're the most beautiful blessings and precious gifts from GOD above. Blessings to you and your family Stephen A!

[dailyfitboost]

I think Stephen A. is at his absolute best in this setting. Love the monologue setup and intimate ethos of the whole layout. (PS. Great message as well! 💪🏾🔥)

[TheGIJoe]

I have a 5 month old daughter and I couldn’t imagine her not being in my life it’s like she was always there. Going to enjoy these special moments that we have I don’t need anything else. Thanks for the words Stephen A love the show.

[steveknick]

You need to be in the house everyday to truly be a good father. It’s not about money, it’s not about presents, it’s about “presence”. One of the worst things about our society is people who didn’t have a present father repeating it with their own kids...& not even seeing the value in it because it wasn’t part of their experience growing up.

A kid needs to feel like they’re the center of the universe. If the parents are selfish & don’t allow them that through their childhood, watch what happens. That’s when kids act out, rebel, get involved in drugs & violence, etc. Put your own wants & needs before those of your child & watch what happens.

[pikapein]

This hits home 4 real.. daughter is 3 and she says daddy and it instantly picks me up

[yoyamisoflyy]

I have 2 daughters. This. Hit hard. Really was touching hearing those words. I feel the exact same way.

[CaseyNickell]

I had to re-watch this a few times, because it felt so comforting to listen to. I never grew up with a father/daddy... this is special Thank you SAS

[Gambino]

Coming from a Single Father's perspective I couldn't agree more... God gave me exactly what I needed... Happy Father's Day to all of the real Daddy's out there.. Much love from someone you don't know....

[alexdoyal]

Stephen A in this setting is gold. Sky is the limit.

[Thenewtiger]

it's a thankless but beautiful/rewarding job

[brownhornet]

Thank you Stephen A! You have no idea how much I needed to here this as a black man with 2 adult daughters.

[lakerraider]

Real Talk 🎉 that’s why I try to watch you every morning my Brotha. Respect ✊🏾🫡👑🍷

[PA-qvdy]

Well said Stephen A!!! Happy Father’s Day Bruh!!

[DrSamwpepper]

how to be a good father:
-be responsible

-follow the law

-and don't allow the kid to be a cowboys fan

[andreleverettejr]

I’m 34, not a father, mine was shit but it doesn’t discourage me I’m just waiting for the right woman to make the mother of my child and eventually children. I’m enjoying my life and putting it together more every day now it’s been a rough personal time but hope, prayer and work will see me through. Happy Father’s Day to all the men that have done what Andre Sr. Could not.

[chrisdominuez]

I love this version of Stephen A and I'm a father of 4-3 boys and my baby girl and I agree with him I have wonderful black friends great fathers that would kill for there kids like me so to all you dads out there HAPPY FATHERS DAY

[fernandobetancourt]

Great talk, I think is the first time he speaks of his daughters.

[mikereynolds]

Thanks SAS now I know exactly what to do for my dad on father's day

[Jonathan-cifs]

I'm 34 and I don't have any kids. There's nothing more I want than to be a father, under the right circumstances of course. No money, no accolades, no fame, nothing more.

[desireerdawson]

Well said sas. Just because you make a baby don't make you a daddy. There is a difference between being a father and being a daddy. Thank you sas. Happy father's day. 💙