Rocky couldn't stop thinking about a line: "We love deeply and show it poorly. And we called that fatherhood."

In this In-Between episode, Rocky takes on the gap between what most dads believe they're doing and what fatherhood actually requires. Providing and protecting are the floor — always were. But the floor was never supposed to be the ceiling. And a lot of dads have been living there, believing they already did their job.

This episode isn't about doing more. It's about being honest — with yourself, and with the people who are watching everything.

What's inside:

• Why providing and protecting are the baseline — not the finish line
• The difference between presence and proximity
• What your kids are actually building by watching you
• The most dangerous thing a father can do
• What it looks like to be someone worth watching

"Be someone worth watching. Not perfect — just human."

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Rocky Garza is a keynote speaker, executive coach, and host of REAL with Rocky. He helps leaders trade performance for presence — and lead like themselves, not someone else.

Once a month Rocky hosts Somewhere in the Middle — a gathering for people who are tired of doing this alone. Link in show notes.

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On this week's episode, I welcome guest Alex Cohen. We talk through the truth of being a "Yes Girl" and why that strength can also be a weakness that has the potential to open the door for growth... if you approach it the right way. Thanks for being real with me this week, Alex.

Get To Know Our Guest

Alex Cohen is a Dallas-based fashion stylist and creative director whose work spans editorial, red carpets, and major cultural moments. She’s styled for brands and platforms like Forbes, Dolce & Gabbana, E! Entertainment, the Grammys, CMA Awards, and New York Fashion Week, with clients ranging from influencers to artists and public figures.

Her work bridges high-fashion aesthetics with accessibility. She’s one of Dallas’ top stylists.

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