Struggling to model Christ when work stress is killing me

Aug 5·1 min read

Guys I need real talk. I'm trying to be the spiritual leader my family needs but some days I come home so burnt out from work that I snap at the kids over nothing. My wife mentioned yesterday that she sees me praying in the morning but then I'm a different person by dinner time. How do you guys actually walk the walk when life is this demanding? I feel like a hypocrite telling my kids to have patience and kindness when I'm barely keeping it together.

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MMichael P.RegularAug 5

Three kids in and I still have days like this. The snapping happens because you care, not because you're failing. But yeah, work stress is brutal on the home front. Grace for yourself matters too.

CChris M.New DadAug 5

This is real and honest, and I respect you for naming it. Even just recognizing the pattern is huge. Have you been able to talk to your family about what you're carrying from work?

JJayson H.RegularAug 5

I feel this in my bones. Bath time chaos happens every night for me and I still feel guilty when I'm short with the kids. You're not alone in this struggle. Maybe take a few minutes before you walk in the door to decompress?