Self-care as a dad feels selfish but my therapist says otherwise

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2w ago1 min read

I started taking 30 minutes every other morning to go to the gym before anyone wakes up. I was feeling guilty about it like I should be doing family stuff instead. My therapist pointed out that I can't pour from an empty cup and if I'm burnt out I'm not showing up as the dad I want to be. She's right. Now I'm actually more patient and present when I am with my family. Taking care of yourself isn't selfish, it's necessary.

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TTony F.Regular2w ago

Those 30 minutes are an investment in being present with your family the rest of the day. I've learned that taking care of yourself isn't something you do instead of being a good parent, it's how you become one.

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VVic H.Regular2w ago

Your therapist is right on this one. I hit the gym before my boys wake up too and honestly it makes me a better dad when they're awake. You're not being selfish, you're being smart.

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