Brian L.

Commented on From total homebody to someone who actually goes outside now

That's a real transformation right there. Sometimes it just takes having a kid to flip the switch and get you off the couch.

Commented on Feeling really lonely even though I'm surrounded by people

That's a tough spot and I hear you. Even with my kids on weekends I can feel isolated sometimes because nobody really gets the internal stuff you're d...

Commented on Balance is a myth and I'm finally okay with that

Real talk right here. With three kids, I stopped trying to do it all perfectly and just do what I can. The guilt goes away when you accept that showin...

Commented on Why is my 7 year old obsessed with anime now

Seven year olds latch onto this stuff hard. My Hero Academia is actually pretty solid though, positive messages in there. Just set some boundaries on ...

Commented on Standing up during the national anthem at my kids soccer games

Totally with you on this one. Kids notice when you actually show up for the little moments.

Commented on Remote work is killing me right now

Man, that's rough. I've been there with the school run schedule changes - losing flexibility hits different when you've got kids depending on you. Hav...

Commented on Daughter said she doesn't want to come to my house

Man, that's tough and I'm sorry you're dealing with this. At 12 she's getting to that age where space and independence feel like a big deal, but that ...

Commented on How do you guys handle gaming after school?

Nine is such a tough age for this because they genuinely feel the addiction even if it's not actual addiction. Time limits work better than bribes in ...

Commented on Teaching my son to fish

Man, that first hour chaos is totally normal. My kids were the same way at that age - more interested in the hot dogs than actually fishing. Stick wit...

Commented on Teaching my son to be respectful in this crazy world

Love this approach. I've been doing the same with my kids and honestly it's not about being old fashioned, it's about teaching them respect starts wit...