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Loving You Every Day of Your Life: A Father’s Journey Thru Divorce

Post author:John McElhenney
Post published:January 22, 2023
Post category:Anger Co-Parenting Depression Divorce humans of divorce Married Life Money Parenting Single-Dad

If you don't do the work, you may remain stuck in the past. You may wrestle with the depression and demons of your parent's transgressions and lack of support.

This Should’ve Been Us: Regrets and Love Lost on the Quest

Post author:John McElhenney
Post published:November 18, 2022
Post category:Dating Depression Divorce humans of divorce mindfulness self-awareness Self-care Single-Dad Spirituality

I have a reverence of my moods these days. I am no longer beholden to them. I can love these former lovers and still do nothing to reach out to them. I am pointed in a healthier and happier dream now.

What I Want My Kids to Know About Our Divorce 12 Years Later

Post author:John McElhenney
Post published:November 9, 2022
Post category:Co-Parenting Depression Divorce humans of divorce Joy Married Life mindfulness Money Parenting Single-Dad Spirituality

I am here. I am your dad. And I love you just as much now as I did the moment I helped you out of your mom's body. The best of our lives together is ahead of us.

Here and Now: Returning To Peace, Learning Patience

Post author:John McElhenney
Post published:November 9, 2022
Post category:Anger Co-Parenting Depression Divorce humans of divorce mindfulness Parenting self-awareness Self-care Single-Dad Spirituality

I am still striving to find my patient and positive self. I work on my mindfulness, my affirmations, and my clear communication with my colleagues and family.

My Triad of Destruction and Rebirth #dad #divorce #depression

Post author:John McElhenney
Post published:October 3, 2022
Post category:Anger burn Co-Parenting Depression Divorce humans of divorce Love Married Life Parenting self-awareness Single-Dad Spirituality

I have shown my children how to recover from a loss, and become happier, and more intentional in their lives.

Dads That Don’t Give Up After Divorce

Post author:John McElhenney
Post published:August 28, 2022
Post category:Anger Co-Parenting Divorce Married Life Money Parenting Single-Dad Spirituality

Sure, I believe my ex wants our kids to be healthy and happy. And somewhere she got in her mind that being the PRIMARY PARENT after the divorce was *in the best interest of the children.*

The BEST OF The Whole Parent: Single Parenting Guide

Post author:John McElhenney
Post published:July 18, 2022
Post category:Anger Co-Parenting Dating Depression Divorce humans of divorce Joy Love Married Life mindfulness Parenting self-awareness Self-care Single-Dad Spirituality

If we can see and seek the balanced parenting approach we might be able to continue that holistic love even as the marriage comes apart.

Moving from Parenting To Co-parenting: Joining Together In Divorce

Post author:John McElhenney
Post published:July 18, 2022
Post category:Anger Co-Parenting Depression Divorce Health and Fitness humans of divorce Joy Love Married Life Money Parenting relationship building Self-care Single-Dad Spirituality

But it's the kids who stand to lose the most from this imbalanced systemic approach. Dad is more than money. And mom is capable of making just as much money (let's table the fair pay discussion for the moment) as the dad. These old roles no longer fit the educated and compassionate couple. But the road to a good and healthy co-parenting plan is not a well-worn path.