Mason

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

That's brutal about losing that account. One thing I learned is that you gotta actually mentally clock out or it eats everything. I started leaving my...

Commented on Grilling season is here and I'm ready

Grilling season is the best season. There's something about having a hobby that also produces food for the family. My kids will actually eat vegetable...

Commented on Just got approved for 3 months paternity leave and I'm terrified

Three months is a game changer. I had similar fears but once the baby arrives that fear turns into something else entirely. You got this.

Commented on My kid just rode a bike without training wheels for the first time

Months of work paying off right there. The patience it takes to let them figure it out without grabbing the seat... you earned this one. How many time...

Commented on My daughter said I was her favorite today

Dude, hold onto that moment. Those words hit different when work has been kicking your ass. You're not failing at this dad thing, not even close. The ...

Commented on Struggling with guilt on the weekends I don't have them

Have you thought about planning something specific for your off weekends? Like a hobby or project that's just yours? I started doing puzzles with my d...

Commented on Therapy actually helping

This is great to hear. Honestly posts like this help because it's easy to think therapy is just sitting around talking about feelings, but it sounds l...

Commented on Taking care of your family is non-negotiable

That's the tough balance right there. I've been in similar spots where work demands spike right when home needs you most. The 50+ hour weeks add up fa...

Commented on Ex won't stick to the schedule and I'm losing my mind

You might need to put together a written agreement about what happens when she wants to change the schedule. Like, does she need to give you 48 hours ...

Commented on My kid just rode his bike without training wheels

The shaking is the best part. You worked for this with your kid and now they're independent in a way they weren't yesterday. Capture that feeling beca...