Alex R.

Commented on Finally got my kids off Fortnite

How'd you finally get them off? We've been battling this for months and every conversation turns into a fight. Would love to know what approach actual...

Commented on Raising kids in a world that doesn't share our values

This is tough because you want to protect them but also prepare them for the real world. I try to let my kids ask questions about everything and then ...

Commented on He finally rode his bike without training wheels

Getting there! My son just got his balance bike skills down but we haven't moved to pedaling yet. How long did it take him from first attempts to actu...

Commented on Finally got my golf swing under control

An 89 is solid work, especially after six months off. Your body remembers more than you think it will. Nothing beats that feeling of hitting the range...

Commented on Whatever happened to a firm handshake and a man's word?

This is why I always get everything in writing now, even with friends. It sucks because it feels like you don't trust them, but it protects both sides...

Commented on Taking a mental health day tomorrow

I started doing this and it changed my whole perspective. One day where I'm not managing anything, not performing, not being 'on' - it resets me compl...

Commented on When do you let them have their own phone?

12 seems reasonable to me. iPad works until it doesn't, and honestly most of his classmates probably do have phones by then. I'd say get him one but h...

Commented on Feeling like I'm failing everyone

This resonates so hard. The homework help on top of everything else is killer. What helped me was being honest with my wife about what I can realistic...

Commented on Finally got around to grilling this weekend

Nothing beats firing up the smoker and having friends over. Those are the kind of weekends my kids actually remember. What kind of smoker did you go w...

Commented on Anxiety about being a good enough dad

That crushing feeling hits me too sometimes, especially late at night when I'm spiraling about stuff. But here's the thing - the fact that you care th...