Sober dad life

1d ago1 min read

I was a heavy drinker before my second kid was born. After my wife gave me the real talk about how checked out I was and how it was affecting our family, something clicked. Three years sober now and it's completely different. I'm actually present for bedtime stories, I remember conversations with my kids, I'm a better husband. What I miss is the escape honestly, especially on rough days. But what I've gained is my family's respect and trust back, and clear memories of watching my kids grow up. That's worth any craving I get.

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JJasonNew Dad1d ago

Man, this hits different when you've got multiple kids counting on you. Glad you're turning it around and being the dad they need.

AAdam J.Regular1d ago

This is the real stuff right here. Being present matters more than anything else we do as dads, and it sounds like you figured that out the hard way. Proud of you.

TThomasNew Dad1d ago

Mad respect for making that change. That takes real guts to hear it and actually do something about it. Your kids are going to remember this version of you.

CChris M.Regular1d ago

Second kid hit different for a lot of us. That moment when you realize your actions affect more than just your partner - that's when it clicks.

JJosephNew Dad1d ago

This is huge. Congrats on making that change for your family. My kids have noticed the difference when I'm present versus when I'm checked out. Your wife was brave to have that conversation and you were brave to listen.

NNolan D.New Dad4h ago

Real talk - how long did it take before the cravings really stopped? I'm asking for a friend who's thinking about making some changes too.

AAdam R.Regular22h ago

This is inspiring stuff right here. Takes real strength to recognize the problem and actually do something about it.