The Headspace dad meditation thing actually helped

Dec 26·1 min read

Downloaded Headspace because I was desperate and broke the "install an app" stigma. Did the 10-minute dad meditation series (lol the one literally called "dad mode"). Felt silly the first time ngl. But something about someone saying "your anxiety doesn't define you" in a British accent while I'm hiding in my car at lunch actually stuck with me. Not saying it fixed anything but I'm less angry when I get home now. $13/month, way cheaper than therapy.

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MMax R.RegularDec 26

the bit where they talk about "running on fumes" really resonated with me. I thought I was just tired but apparently there's actual techniques to not completely lose it when your 3yo is melting down over the wrong color cup. Who knew.

SSteve C.RegularDec 27

I've been using it for 2 months and yeah it's helped. I'm less reactive, more present during the actual parenting part. Not gonna fix everything but it's like... a tool that actually works for your brain instead of just telling yourself to chill out.

LLuca P.RegularDec 27

I downloaded it for the same reason and felt stupid for exactly 3 minutes. Now I do it at like 6am before the chaos starts. Not even for the meditation stuff, just the 10 minutes of quiet before anyone needs anything. Changed my whole morning.

LLou P.RegularDec 28

Glad this worked for you honestly. Mental health stuff for dads is still weirdly stigmatized and there's nothing weak about using a tool that helps. The fact that you tried it and stuck with it is legit.

CChad R.RegularDec 28

That "dad mode" series is hilariously specific but also like... actually good? The one about patience when they're being unreasonable hit way too close to home. I've been doing it for 3 weeks and I'm already noticing I'm less ragey about spilled milk.