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Anxiety about being a dad is ruining everything

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6h ago1 min read

Got two kids under 5 and I can't stop catastrophizing. What if something happens to them, what if I'm messing them up, what if I have a panic attack in front of them. I'm constantly in this background panic even when nothing's wrong. My wife says I need to relax but I can't just turn it off. Been avoiding the doctor because admitting I might need help feels like I'm weak. But I'm exhausted. Really considering finally making an appointment.

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MMichaelNew Dad5h ago

That anxiety is lying to you. You're worried about messing them up because you care, and that actually means you're doing it right. Consider talking to someone about managing those panic thoughts though.

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GGreg H.New Dad5h ago

Two under five is chaos mode and those catastrophizing spirals are tough. Real talk, getting some support like therapy or talking to your doctor about the anxiety would help more than trying to white knuckle through it.

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