My 7yo asked why I look sad all the time

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Jan 221 min read

That hit different. She was drawing at the kitchen table and just casually goes "Dad, why do you look sad?" I didn't even know what to say. I'm not even depressed necessarily, I think I'm just... tired? Burnt out? Running on fumes? How do you explain to a kid that sometimes adults are just struggling without making them feel responsible for cheering you up?

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BBrandonRegularJan 22

My 6yo did something similar last month and it was honestly the wake up call I needed. Realized I wasn't hiding it as well as I thought. Props to you for being present enough that she felt comfortable saying it.

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TTyler R.New DadJan 25

This is what made me finally see a therapist. Didn't want my kids thinking that's just what dads do. If you need resources I can point you toward some good ones that don't charge an arm and a leg.

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SSteveNew DadJan 25

Man, that's the kind of comment that stops you cold. Kids see everything. Have you talked to anyone about what's going on, or is it just the daily grind wearing on you?

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EEli L.RegularJan 23

Out of the mouths of babes. That's rough but also maybe the universe telling you something. You doing okay?

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