One message a week. Six weeks. A stronger connection by the end of summer.
The teen years have a way of slipping by.
And most of us are just hoping we stay connected.
A few years ago, I realized that’s exactly what I was doing.
Hoping.
So I started sending each of my teens one intentional message every Sunday. About friendship and pressure. About failure, confidence, money, faith, and growing up.
A text.
An email.
A voice memo.
Nothing fancy.
Now, 152 weeks later, it’s become one of the most meaningful habits in our family.
This Father’s Day, start yours.
How It Works
Each Sunday for six weeks, I’ll send you:
One simple message prompt.
A short idea you can send, adapt, or use as a starting point.
A quick explanation.
Why this message matters and what kind of connection it builds.
A real-life example.
So you’re not staring at a blank screen wondering what to say.
You can send it exactly as written, but I hope you’ll make it your own.
Because the goal isn’t perfection.
The goal isn’t six life-changing conversations.
The goal is to stop hoping connection happens…
…and start building it.
Free. Starts Father’s Day. Takes less than five minutes a week.
What you’ll get
By the end of six weeks, you’ll have:
- Sent six meaningful messages
- Built a repeatable weekly rhythm
- Opened the door to better conversations
- Shown your child that connection does not have to be complicated
- Practiced a habit you can continue long after summer ends
FAQ
Is this only for dads?
No. This challenge started as a Father’s Day idea — because I’m a dad of five who’s been sending my teens a weekly message for three years.
But it’s for anyone who wants to be more intentional with the young people they love.
What age is this for?
It works best for parents of tweens and teens, but you can adapt the prompts for younger children too.
What if my kid doesn’t respond?
That’s okay. The goal is not to force a deep conversation every week. The goal is to consistently communicate love, curiosity, encouragement, and wisdom.
Do I have to write a long message?
No. Some of the best messages are short. A few thoughtful sentences can matter more than a long lecture.
