20d • Gems 💎
The Weight of Being the Foundation
Hey Fathers,
A quick thank you and a strong “keep grinding” to all the fathers showing up every day. It can be frustrating that motherhood is often met with unanimous praise while fatherhood tends to operate in the shadows. When absence is acknowledged more than presence, it’s easy to feel invisible or unappreciated. Platforms like this can help shift that narrative.
One of the hardest parts of fatherhood, for me, is the lack of recognition. You don’t want to ask for it, but after helping your wife, your kids, your pets, your friends, your family—it’s hard not to hope for it. It’s like standing in a room full of empty cups while you’re the only pitcher, pouring into everyone else. But who pours into you? Where’s your refill? How do you stay whole when everyone needs something from you?
Books, music, and forums have helped me stay grounded, but I’ve been missing the connection piece. Talking with like-minded men helps me feel less selfish or crazy for wanting more—even when I already have so much to be grateful for: a wife, kids, love, health, happiness.
I believe this will be a space where iron sharpens iron, and I want to thank you brothers in advance. Let’s get stronger together. Let’s be each other’s refill.
Keep going, fathers. You’re doing amazing.
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The Weight of Being the Foundation
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