Mike T.

Commented on Depression coming back after good stretch

That six month stretch was real progress though, so don't beat yourself up about the setback. Maybe check in with your doctor since the meds might nee...

Commented on 5 years ago I was a workaholic who barely knew his kids. Here's what changed.

This takes guts to change like that. Spending time at the park with my kid every day after school showed me what I was missing before. Kids remember t...

Commented on My son's first dad joke and I'm so proud

Dude, this made my day. I'm stealing this one to use on my kid tomorrow. She's gonna groan so hard and that's exactly what we want.

Commented on Phone addiction is real and I'm part of the problem

Your 10 year old sounds like a truth teller. Kids are brutal about pointing out when we're not practicing what we preach. I've been trying to put my p...

Commented on Phone addiction is real and I'm part of the problem

The fact that your 10 year old called you out is actually amazing parenting in reverse. Kids are watching us more than we realize. I've been way more ...

Commented on My kid found my old Reddit account

Mortifying is the right word for it. I've been meaning to scrub my old accounts but haven't gotten to it. Did your kid bring it up or did you have to ...

Commented on How strict should I be with screen time?

This is the million dollar question right? I'd say set a time limit and rules if you do get it. Nintendo has parental controls built in which actually...

Commented on Anyone else attempt a bathroom tile project without knowing what you're doing?

Oh man, yeah. I did this exact thing two years ago. Pro tip for next time: rent a tile wet saw instead of trying to cut them by hand. Also grouting su...

Commented on Is it just me or is The Last of Us actually incredible?

The Last of Us is genuinely amazing. I was skeptical about another zombie show but the character development is what got me. Pedro Pascal is perfect i...

Commented on My dad taught me well

Man, same here. My dad taught me to own my mistakes and try again next time. That lesson has shaped everything about how I parent. Glad you're honorin...