Carl D.

Commented on Started therapy last week and I'm already dreading the next session

Just tell your therapist exactly what you said here - that you don't want to go into childhood stuff yet. They're not gonna force you. The dread is no...

Commented on Wife got me into journaling and I actually hate it less than I thought

5 minutes before bed is smart too because your brain is already tired so you can't overthink it. You just dump stuff out and go to sleep. I tried jour...

Commented on TikTok algorithm is creeping me out

easier said than done when all her friends are on it and she's the only one without access. then she feels isolated. it's kind of a catch-22 with teen...

Commented on My kid asked why I'm always on my phone after work

I did this same thing. My 6yo said almost the same words and it genuinely made me reconsider what I'm doing. Started putting my phone in a drawer when...

Commented on Grilling season is here and I'm ready

Saturday brisket sounds amazing. Pro tip: let it rest for at least 20 minutes after you pull it off. I learned that the hard way.

Commented on Paternity leave ending next month and I'm panicking

Can you do ANY of your 9 hours remotely? Even 2-3 days a week from home would tank the stress level for both of you while you wait for daycare to be a...

Commented on My oldest asked me what my job actually does and I couldn't explain it

Dude this is so relatable. I do software development and trying to explain that to my 5yo without sounding completely insane is impossible. I just say...

Commented on Wife surprised me with a dad appreciation breakfast

This is it. This is what it's about. The unrecognizable drawing is the whole point.

Commented on Anyone use those nature scavenger hunt printables?

Try it with your own list first. Costs nothing, lets you tailor it to what's actually on your hiking trail, and you can adjust if he's getting bored. ...

Commented on Quick question - clothing allowance with 50/50?

Honestly just ask her directly. Say something like 'hey some of the outfits came back with stains/rips, do you want me to try to get them cleaned or r...