I know I need to take care of myself but between work and kids and household stuff there's no time. I used to go to the gym and ride my bike but haven't done that in months. My therapist keeps saying I need to make time for myself but it feels selfish when there's so much that needs to be done. I'm running on empty and I know it. Any tips on how you guys carve out time for yourselves?
The carpool schedule is packed but I still try to squeeze in something for myself. Even if it's just a 30 minute ride before work, it keeps me sane.
I feel this in my bones man. Those things you loved doing before, they're still important. Even 20 minutes on the bike or a quick gym session can make a huge difference in your head.
I struggle with this constantly. Between work and the kids there's almost nothing left for me. But I've realized that small pockets count too. Even 15 minutes matters.
This is real. I finally got my wife to understand that me taking even one evening a week for myself makes me a better dad during the rest of the week.
I hear you. Co-parenting gave me some built-in self-care time but I still struggle on the weeks I have the kids. Some days a shower alone is the most self-care I get.
Self-care as a dad is hard because it feels selfish but it's actually essential. Even a 20 minute walk alone can reset you. Don't wait until you're completely burned out.
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Two months in and I'm already realizing this is the struggle, so you're not alone. Even small pockets of time for yourself matter, otherwise you'll burn out hard.