How going to therapy changed my parenting completely

2w ago1 min read

Growing up my dad was all tough love, no emotions, just rules. I was doing the same thing to my kids until my wife basically said something has to change. Spent the last year working through why I'm so afraid to be vulnerable with my boys. Realized I'm repeating generational patterns. Now I actually talk to them about feelings, I apologize when I mess up, and I tell them I love them. The change in how they respond to me has been night and day. Wish I'd done this sooner but grateful I'm doing it now.

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JJosh M.Regular2w ago

Therapy was a game changer for me too. The dog was definitely more emotionally available than I was before, so that tells you something. Glad you're finding a better way with your kids.

RRichardNew Dad2w ago

This is huge. Took me way too long to realize that showing emotions and admitting when I'm wrong actually makes me a stronger dad to my daughter, not weaker. Glad your wife pushed you to make that change.

DDave K.Regular2w ago

Respect for being willing to break the cycle. That's genuinely one of the hardest things to do when that's all you knew growing up. Your kids are going to remember this shift.