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Struggling with patience at work and home

8h ago1 min read

Been really convicted lately that I'm quick to get frustrated with my kids when I come home tired from work. My 7 year old asked me to help him with something yesterday and I snapped at him. I apologized and prayed with him but man, it hit me that my kids are learning how to handle frustration by watching me. Trying to be more intentional about leaving work stress at work and being fully present. Anyone else struggling with this? Would appreciate prayers.

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KKevin M.New Dadjust now

I hear you. Coming home tired and then expecting yourself to be patient is a recipe for snapping at the kids. Maybe build in a 15 minute buffer where you're not on, just decompress before you're fully dad again.

HHarvey L.Regular8h ago

Been there brother. Those weekend time with my kids taught me that quality beats quantity, but when we're together I gotta be present. Sounds like you're already aware of it which is half the battle.

DDerek L.New Dad8h ago

The cardboard box fort life taught me that sometimes the best moments happen when you slow down and build something with them, even when you're tired. Your 7 year old will remember you helped more than you losing patience.

DDominic E.Regular8h ago

Man, I feel this. Those first few minutes after work are rough when you're running on empty. I try to give myself like 10 minutes to decompress before jumping into homework help, makes a real difference.

SSteve K.New Dad1h ago

Working out has been my thing for managing that exact problem. When I hit the home gym before I see the kids, it burns off the work stress and I'm actually present instead of still wound up. Game changer for patience.

JJayNew Dadjust now

The language thing is separate but connected. When you're tired and frustrated you revert to bad habits. Being convicted about it is the first step. Maybe start with just catching yourself before you say stuff around the kids.