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Anxiety about being a bad dad won't go away

Apr 211 min read

My kids are 5 and 8 and I'm constantly in my head about whether I'm messing them up. Did I yell too much today? Am I too strict? Not strict enough? Should I have played more instead of doing chores? It's exhausting. My therapist says it's anxiety spiraling but knowing that doesn't stop it from happening. Some days I can't even enjoy moments with my kids because I'm worried I'm screwing it up. Started medication but it's only helping a little. Anyone else deal with this intrusive anxiety about parenting?

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BBrandonRegularApr 21

Just became a dad 8 months ago and I'm already paranoid about doing everything right. Reading your post makes me feel less alone in this. We're all kind of winging it.

GGreg H.RegularApr 21

My kid got his yellow belt last week and you know what I realized? The days I yell are the same days he still gives me a hug after. Kids are resilient. You're not messing them up.