Ryan M.

Commented on Stress from work bleeding into family time and don't know how to stop it

Losing an account you've managed for years has to sting. But don't let it steal your time with the family. That account's gone, your kids are still th...

Commented on My 5yo told me I'm the best dad ever

Not basic at all dude. That's the stuff you remember. My kids are older now and I'd give anything to go back to those simple car moments.

Commented on Son figured out my Netflix password and is watching stuff he shouldn't

My ten year old tried the same thing with Netflix last year. I switched to a PIN-protected profile and it solved it. Also might be time to have a conv...

Commented on Ten years ago I was a club promoter, now I'm coaching soccer

This hits different. Ten years ago I was out every weekend, now my idea of a good night is getting the kids to bed by 8:30 so I can sit on the couch. ...

Commented on Screen time limits actually work - here's what we did

Props for actually following through. A lot of parents say they'll limit screens then cave after two days. What were the kids' ages? That matters for ...

Commented on Just got back from fishing trip with my dad

Those early morning fishing trips are underrated. You get some quiet time, bonding with your dad, and you're actually catching something. The work and...

Commented on Stressed About Staying Relevant at Work While Being Present

This is the real question nobody wants to admit they're struggling with. I work full time too and the guilt of missing stuff at work or missing stuff ...

Commented on From Corporate Robot to Actually Present Dad

This is huge man. I'm still in the 60 hour weeks grind and seeing posts like this makes me think about what I'm actually missing. How did you make the...

Commented on My 8yo told me I was the best dad ever

That's the good stuff right there. No expensive vacation or planned activity, just sitting together. Those are the moments that stick with them. Frame...

Commented on Southern Gentleman Values in a Messed Up World

The dressing sharp part hits different. My kids notice when I'm intentional about how I present myself, even on regular days. It teaches them that sel...