Ben M.

Commented on Therapy actually helping

Work stress and anxiety hit different when you're providing for your family. Really glad you found someone who could help you see the bigger picture. ...

Commented on Just watched my son hit his first home run

That's huge! Two years of grinding and then that moment, man. Those are the moments they'll remember forever. Congrats to your son on putting in the w...

Commented on Old school values in a modern world - how do you balance it?

Work ethic and honesty are the foundation, man. Everything else they can figure out, but if you teach them those two things they'll be fine in whateve...

Commented on Anxiety is killing my ability to be a good dad

The anxiety is the real enemy here, not your kids going places. You know logically they're safe, which means you've already got the tools to fight thi...

Commented on Feeling like I'm failing as a dad and it's eating me alive

One rough day doesn't erase all the good stuff you do. Kids need to see their parents are human and mess up sometimes. You're clearly doing the real w...

Commented on Man cave update - built some shelving

Nice work building those yourself. That's the kind of project that feels good when it's done, especially with the kids watching you figure it out.

Commented on Being the rock for your family

That's what it's all about right there. Your wife's gonna notice that you stepped up, and honestly that relief she feels is everything. Keep being tha...

Commented on Father passed away last month - need advice on honoring his legacy

Respect for wanting to honor him the right way. Teaching your kids his values through how you show up every day, especially the unglamorous stuff like...

Commented on Remote work has been a game changer for us

Honestly the best move we made as a family. Being home means I can do the barbecues and sports stuff without losing my mind trying to squeeze it all i...

Commented on Standing up at the dinner table when my wife enters the room

Did you explain to her why you do it? Sometimes kids need that context instead of just seeing it as weird dad behavior.