Mark Craven's life took an unexpected turn when he met his dad at the age of 22. In this podcast episode, Mark takes us on a journey through his experiences of grappling with his identity after meeting his father and discovering a new paternal figure on the horizon. This transformative adventure inspired Mark to pen "Dad's Kiss Your Sons," a poignant exploration of the fears and uncertainties that come with fatherhood, especially for those who lacked paternal guidance. Mark shares his personal narrative and his unwavering commitment to being the father he never had. In addition to being an author of several books and running a self-development blog on his website www.SuccessUpAhead.com, Mark is also the host of the podcast "The Craven Effect." His professional background includes roles as a Math Instructor, Student Success Coach, and Senior Academic Advisor at the college level. Mark holds a bachelor’s degree in Biology and a master’s in Higher Education Management.