The Strongest Thing a Man Can Do Is Grieve Out Loud with Jason Tuttle
What does it mean to keep showing up when life gives you the unimaginable?
In this moving episode, Jason Tuttle shares the story of his son Zachary—who lived with a rare condition and left an unforgettable mark on everyone he met. Jason opens up about the realities of raising a child with special needs, the grief of losing him, and the ongoing journey of turning pain into purpose.
From walking away from his job to be present with his son… to creating a coloring book that honors families navigating loss… to challenging the myth that men must always appear “strong”—Jason’s story is a masterclass in love, legacy, and vulnerability.
If you’ve ever struggled with what it means to provide, to process grief, or to parent through heartbreak—this one will hit home.
Topics include:
- Navigating fatherhood and special needs parenting
- Grief, anger, and the emotional layers beneath loss
- Redefining what it means to be a “provider”
- Creating legacy through storytelling and creativity
- Breaking male stereotypes around strength and vulnerability
Takeaway:
You don’t have to carry it all in silence. Real strength isn’t about pretending you're fine—it’s about finding the courage to feel, to share, and to love again anyway.
Connect with Jason:
Letters To Zachary -- https://letterstozachary.com/
Instagram -- https://www.instagram.com/letterstozachary2022/
Facebook -- https://www.facebook.com/134438966423994
LinkedIn -- https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-tuttle-4264112a7/
TikTok -- https://www.tiktok.com/@letterstozachary2022
Resources
Letters to Zachary Coloring Book -- https://amzn.to/4iijmvU
About the Host:
Hi, I'm Fred, a coach, father, and the creator of Seat at the Table Coaching.
I work with men who are doing a lot right on paper…
but still feel like they’re missing at home, stuck in their heads, or showing up as someone they don’t quite recognize.
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