5 Mindset Shifts To Keep Dads Moving Forward When They're Struggling

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Feeling down and struggling to get out of bed?

In this video, we discuss postpartum depression in fathers and share tips on how to cope and seek help.

If you're a new dad experiencing depression, you're not alone - we're here to support you.

Watch this video to learn about the signs and symptoms of depression, as well as effective ways to overcome it.

🥋 Struggling to get out of bed some mornings?

You're not alone.

In this heartfelt episode, I open up about the mental battles I face especially as a father over 40 who trains Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

This isn't just about grappling on the mats it's about grappling with depression, burnout, and those heavy mornings when everything feels like a fight.

Whether you're a BJJ dad in your 40s, a jiu-jitsu practitioner dealing with depression, or just someone searching for real talk about mental health, this video is for you.

⏱️ Timestamps
0:00 – Intro: 5 Thoughts to Help You Get Out of Bed
0:15 – Dad Joke: "Why was Simba always last out of bed?"
0:28 – Disclaimer: This Isn’t About Jiu-Jitsu (but it matters)
0:52 – Mental Health Matters: You're Not Alone
1:11 – What "Feeling Really Low" Really Means
1:39 – My Experience with Depression & OCD
2:03 – Coping Tools That Help Me
2:23 – Life Sometimes Knocks You Down
2:36 – You’re Not Alone—Even in the Dark
2:55 – Cliché But True: Tough People Last
3:14 – Remembering Joy: Gratitude Still Exists
3:31 – Thought #1: Your Kids Need Present, Not Perfect
4:05 – Thought #2: Today Doesn’t Have to Be Amazing
4:30 – Thought #3: You’re Teaching Resilience
4:52 – Thought #4: There Is Something in Today for You
5:13 – Thought #5: You’re Not Broken—You’re Human
5:39 – Encouragement: Give Yourself Credit
6:00 – Outro + Silly Ukulele “MMMBop” Parody
6:30 – Book Mention: First Time Dad

📌 In this episode:

I share 5 simple but powerful thoughts that have helped me on the darkest mornings

A reminder that your kids don't need perfection—they need presence

A bit of humor (including a ridiculous '90s parody to lift the mood)

Why resilience, not performance, is your real legacy

A call to all the over-40 BJJ warriors: you are not broken, you’re human—and you’re not alone

👨‍👧‍👦 This one’s for the dads, the over-40 athletes, and anyone who's navigating mental health challenges while trying to show up for their families and training partners.

💬 Drop a comment if any of this resonated with you.

And if you're going through a tough time right now—I'm really sorry.

This is your reminder that you’re not the only one struggling, and even small wins (like brushing your teeth or getting to class) count for a lot.

👶 Check out my book: First Time Dad – A 42 Week Guide to Pregnancy
📚 Available on Kindle, Paperback, and Audible.

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