Brad M.

Commented on How do you handle your ex being shady about new partner?

She doesn't have to tell you everything about her dating life but when someone is spending time with your kids you deserve basic info. How old are you...

Commented on Ex wants to change custody schedule last minute, again

Last minute swaps are the worst because it messes with your plans AND your kids' expectations. She needs to respect the schedule. Did you already have...

Commented on Started therapy last week and feeling weird about it

The weird feeling goes away after a couple sessions. You're literally talking to a stranger about your stuff so yeah it's awkward at first. But that's...

Commented on Need recommendations for fishing spots near the city

How old is your son? That matters a lot for what spots work. Young kids do better with easier-to-catch stuff and safe access. There might be some urba...

Commented on Feeling really alone even though I'm surrounded by family

That loneliness is real even with people everywhere. I had it bad early on with the newborn - my wife was in mom mode, nobody understood the specific ...

Commented on Anyone else get panic attacks at work?

The tightness in your chest is your body telling you something is off. Could be work stress, could be the divorce stuff, could be both. Either way wor...

Commented on Communication with ex is impossible

Every text turning into an argument is exhausting and it's bad for the kids too. Have you guys tried using a co-parenting app like OurFamilyWizard? It...

Commented on Teaching grace to my angry kid

That anger is probably learned behavior from somewhere. Model what grace looks like when you mess up with him. Kids watch everything we do way more th...

Commented on Ex wants to change custody schedule last minute, again

That's frustrating man. How many times has she done this? Once or twice might be bad luck but if it's a pattern you might need to document it. Consist...

Commented on Side hustle ruining my free time with the family

The money's never worth missing out on the moments with the kids. I learned that one the hard way too. Maybe there's a way to scale back to just a cou...