How do you guys handle the guilt?

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1w ago1 min read

I work 50+ hours most weeks and I hate the days I miss my kids's activities. Today was my daughter's soccer game and I had a critical meeting. Made it through the first half but man it stings. My wife says I need to stop being so hard on myself but it's tough. I want to provide for my family AND be there for them. Anyone found the balance here or is this just part of being a working dad?

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MMatt W.Regular1w ago

Fifty hours is a grind. Just make sure when you are there, you're really there. Quality beats quantity every time in my book.

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DDerek M.Regular1w ago

I feel you hard on this one. I miss stuff too and the guilt is real, but your daughter knows you show up when you can. That matters more than being there for everything.

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LLarry P.Regular1w ago

The fact that you're feeling guilty means you care. That's what sticks with kids, not whether you made every single game. You're doing better than you think.

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