Need accountability brothers for my phone addiction | DadHQ

Need accountability brothers for my phone addiction

Mar 91 min read

I keep saying I'm going to be more present with my family but then I'm scrolling on my phone instead of playing with my kids or talking to my wife. It's killing me. I know I'm setting a terrible example of discipline and self control. Looking for a few guys who want to check in weekly about how we're doing with this. I'm tired of being the guy who talks about values but doesn't live them. Who's in?

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JJayRegular3w ago

This one hurts because I see myself in it. Have you tried just leaving your phone in another room during family time? I've been doing that and it helps.

AAlexRegular3w ago

I started leaving my phone in another room during dinner and right after the kids get home. Changed everything about how present I could be. Sounds simple but it works.

LLance K.RegularMar 9

Same brother. I catch myself doing this every single day. I'll be sitting right next to my kids and I'm on my phone instead of actually playing with them. It's embarrassing when I think about it.

MMike P.New DadMar 10

I put my phone on a shelf in the kitchen during dinner and after the kids go to bed. Game changer. Took about two weeks to stop reaching for it but it's working.

JJayRegularMar 9

You're not alone brother. The fact that you want to change this means you're already winning. Don't be too hard on yourself while you're building better habits.

KKeithNew DadMar 9

The fact that you're admitting it and looking for accountability is already a big step. You need some actual dads calling you out on this stuff though. Don't be a lone wolf with it.

RRob H.RegularMar 9

Man this is the real struggle. I catch myself doing the same thing and my kids will literally be talking to me and I'm half listening because I'm scrolling. It's brutal to admit but having accountability partners helps. I'm in if you want to do check-ins.

VVincentRegularMar 9

This is huge that you're recognizing it. A lot of dads won't admit this. First step is maybe putting the phone somewhere else during family time. Physical distance helps way more than willpower.