Anyone else get anxiety about their kids' futures?

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1w ago1 min read

I don't know if this is normal but I've been having these panic attacks where I just think about my 8 year old and his future. What if he doesn't do well in school? What if he can't get a good job? What if something bad happens to him? My wife says I'm catastrophizing but it feels so real in the moment. I wake up at 3am sometimes just spiraling. Has anyone dealt with this?

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DDanny R.Regular1w ago

I feel this big time. My kids are 6 and 9, and I catch myself spiraling about stuff that hasn't even happened yet. What helped me was getting outside more, even just a quick hike clears my head. Sounds like talking to someone about the panic attacks might be worth it too.

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TTony F.Regular1w ago

Dude, you're not alone in this. I remember feeling exactly like this when my twins were born. The anxiety is real but it usually passes as you realize you're doing better than you think you are. Hang in there.

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