The Evidence-Based Rebuilding System for High-Achieving Single Fathers

This is a professional-grade playbook built by a developmental psychologist who's lived it.

I'm not divorced yet—just separated. Will this still work?

Yes. Most fathers use this during separation before divorce is final—but it also works if you're an established single dad and looking to tighten things up. The financial systems, routines, and co-parenting scripts apply whether you're separated, divorcing, divorced, or widowed. If your kids are staying overnight with you—or about to—this system applies immediately.

How is this different from free advice online?

Three critical differences:

Comprehensiveness: This isn't scattered blog posts you have to piece together. It's a complete, integrated system covering every aspect of single-dad life in one place.

Evidence-based: Built on attachment research and developmental psychology by a PhD clinician, not based on personal opinions or generic parenting advice.

Efficiency: Instead of spending 40+ hours researching and testing different approaches, you get 44 pages of exactly what works. Your time is worth more than $197.

Will this work if my ex is high-conflict and refuses to cooperate?

Yes—and this is where the system can sometimes be most valuable.

The co-parenting scripts are specifically designed for both co-parenting and parallel parenting situations where collaboration isn't possible. You'll learn how to:

• Set boundaries that stick without escalating conflict
• Lower your emotional reactivity (even if you're feeling provoked)
• Protect your kids from parental tension
• Advocate for yourself and use systems to document everything appropriately in the event you need to protect yourself legally

Several fathers in contentious custody battles have reported these scripts halved their conflict within 3 weeks.

The key insight: You control your household and your responses regardless of what happens outside of your time with the kids. This system gives you that control.

What if I'm already 'doing okay'? Is this worth $197?

If you're surviving but exhausted, spending too much on takeout, or bedtime takes 60+ minutes, there is significant room for improvement. If you're mostly on top of things but have that feeling that things could be better, you're probably right—and this will help.

Most "doing okay" fathers tell me they wish they'd had this on Day 1. It would've saved them:

• 3-6 months of trial-and-error
• $500-1,000 in wasted convenience spending
• Countless hours of conflict and stress

Consider: Is your current approach optimized for efficiency and your kids' development, or just functional enough to get by?

This system is the difference between surviving and thriving.

How long does implementation take?

You'll see results in stages:

Same day: Can implement first routine or meal planning tonight

Week 1: Measurable relief as systems start working

• Meal system: 2 hours to set up, saves 5+ hours weekly
• Routines: Implement in 1-2 days, saves 1-2 hours daily
• Co-parenting scripts: Use immediately when needed

30 days: Full system adoption and habit formation

90 days: Operating on autopilot—systems become second nature

Most fathers report significant improvement within the first week.

I'm overwhelmed already. Another thing to read?

This is a playbook, not a textbook. It's designed for exhausted fathers. It was written by an academic, but it's better to think of it more like an easily-understood-and-applied user's manual.

• Keep it on your phone for quick reference
• Start with the first section on Stability—that's the foundation
• From there, explore sections based on whichever fire is burning hottest
• Templates are ready to go—suggestions are there, but if you choose to adapt any of them, it's plug-and-play
• Use only what you need when you need it

ROI calculation: The meal system alone will save you about 5+ hours weekly. That's 20+ hours per month—time you get back with your kids or for yourself—without the added stress of figuring it out on the fly.

The question isn't "Do I have time to read this?"

The question is "Can I afford NOT to implement a system that saves me 20+ hours monthly?"

Is this therapy or legal advice or coaching?

No. This is practical, evidence-based guidance for daily single-dad life.

• For clinical mental health needs, consult a licensed therapist. If you're in California and think we might be a good fit to work together, you can check out SHIFT Psychology.
• For legal questions, consult an attorney specializing in family law—specialization here is key.
• For tailored feedback in real-time, consider coaching—weekly meetings with a specialist. I limited coaching spots through The Dad School.

This system fills the gap between therapy and legal counsel—the actual day-to-day parenting and household management that no one else addresses specifically for single fathers.

Think of it like this:

• Therapy helps you process emotions and develop skills for handling the stress associated with being a single dad
• Legal counsel protects your rights
• Coaching supports you weekly to help manage issues as they arise over time, and to provide guidance unique to your situation
• This system gives you the practical tools to function and thrive

All four are important. This handles the piece that's usually ignored.

What's your refund policy?

30-day, no-questions-asked money-back guarantee.

Try everything. Implement the systems. Use the templates. Test the scripts.

If it doesn't work for you, email hello@thedadschool.org within 30 days and we'll refund you immediately. You keep the guide.

I can make this guarantee because this system works. It's not just based in science—it's what I've lived and what I've refined through my clinical practice with other single fathers.

How is this different from The Dad School class?

Both are excellent. They serve different needs:

The Class:

• Live instruction (9 hours of content)
• Group support and community
• Real-time Q&A with me
• Social connection with other single dads
• Accountability and structure

This Guide:

• Self-paced implementation
• Immediate access (start tonight)
• Same practical systems and templates
• Lower cost ($197 vs. class pricing)
• Privacy (no group interaction required)

Analogy: The guide is like simulator golf—you practice on your own, refine your technique, get excellent results. The class is like playing the back nine with friends—same skills, but with community, real-time coaching, and social support.

Both work. The guide gives you everything you need to succeed independently. If you want the social and tailored experience, check out our classes.