Naroop Jhooti on Single Fatherhood, Raising Lara and Learning Self-Belief
Before he asked anyone else to open up, he went first.
Naroop Jhooti is the founder and host of The Dad Project speak to Amit Amin. In this landmark first episode, he steps out from behind the camera to become the one answering questions.
He speaks candidly about becoming a single father to his daughter Lara, navigating the quiet weight of parenting guilt, and realising that self-belief, not material circumstances, is the true anchor of effective parenting.
Before The Dad Project existed as a platform, it existed as this exact conversation: one man figuring out fatherhood in real time, choosing transparency over performance, and proving that emotional vulnerability is a father's greatest strength.
Quotes
"My greatest work will be done from showing my vulnerability and my weaknesses."
This Episode Is About
Naroop Jhooti explores the unvarnished realities of single fatherhood, overcoming parental guilt, and learning to build life after separation. He shares why internal self-belief matters far more than financial status, offering a practical approach to healing by replacing old memories with new ones.
This conversation marks the original spark and founding story behind The Dad Project.
Who This Episode Is For
- Single fathers questioning whether they are doing enough for their kids
- Separated or divorced parents rebuilding their lives after a breakup
- Men feeling societal pressure to stay silent instead of asking for support
- Anyone seeking an honest look at modern fatherhood and vulnerability
What You'll Takeaway
- Reassurance that your self-belief matters far more than material circumstances
- A practical strategy for letting go of past relationship pain
- Perspective on why quality emotional presence outweighs total hours spent
- Permission to see vulnerability as a strength rather than a weakness
