Tag: single parent

A father holds his daughter's hand as they overlook a cemetery headstone.

Navigating the Unexpected: A Father’s Journey Through Loss

Why Did This Happen? When a man loses the love of his life due to the nature of some form, it is a heartbreaking experience. The brain’s neurological connection to the person is severed, but the memories of the relationship linger. The emotional trauma is compounded even further if the […]

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A father helps his daughter play a small guitar.

Communication is More Than Words

The Art of Mindful Communication in Single Fatherhood For a single father, being conscious of both words and actions is not only important; it’s vital. Words spoken in the heat of emotion can inadvertently lead to permanent rifts in the father-child relationship. It’s crucial to mentally separate the child from […]

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Two men in Karate uniforms in a fighting stance.

Redirect Anger, So it Doesn’t Direct You

Single dads, you know this feeling well. I was overcome by a series of unfortunate events, and they kept hammering me through the day. At first, I truly thought the world was against me. I soon saw a homeless man being harassed by a security guard and realized that everybody […]

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The Neural Connection: Exploring Love, Addiction, and Personal Growth

Sole Solo Parenting I specialize in working with single fathers who have become sole parents due to long-term or permanent situations that have profoundly affected their family structure. I refer to this as Sole Solo Parenting. This experience is distinctly different from single parenting due to divorce, breakup, or temporary […]

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A pair of men's shoes steps over the words 'Comfort Zone'.

Leaving the Comfort Zone: The Journey of Single Fatherhood

Parenting is inherently stressful, often pushing us far beyond the bounds of our comfort zones. From the moment our children are born, we find ourselves monitoring every milestone, from diapering to those first unsteady steps and fledgling words, and well beyond. Even positive experiences, such as learning to drive, attending […]

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Four Ways Single Parents Can Manage Their Financial Outlook

Anyone with children understands how difficult it can be to raise them. Even if your child is the most model of citizens, there are times when they can get on your nerves. Their actions, in addition to life’s obstacles, and the fact that one faces these challenges alone, is daunting.  […]

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