I feel like a whole generation of kids are missing out on positive male role models.
Step up, and pass on the good vibes and knowledge
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I'm more of the "this is an example of what not to do/be" kind of role model
Why?
But in addition to that, I find myself unwilling or unable to make changes that might improve anything I listed above. I wouldn't recommend being or living like me to anyone, therefore I would be a very poor role model.
It turns out that one of the symptoms of depression is not having the tools to deal with your symptoms of depression.
That's why I'm grateful that my mom stuck me in therapy when I was 9 after the divorce, and again after the ADHD diagnosis.
My wife has almost the same upbringing and mental issues, but never saw a therapist until college, so she has almost no healthy coping tools.
Self awareness is definitely a redeeming quality, and it's clear you have that. Something to build on, if you want.
Knowing you have a problem is step 1 to solving it
Dude, I think that’s called depression? 💀✨
I bet there's something you're good at, or even just okay at, that you might be good at teaching to someone who isn't good at it.
I have periods when I go into a slump and I feel like how you described. I'm definitely not a role model, my life is falling to bits, and I'm a failure at life, as a certain family member likes to keep reminding me. But the fact that my nephew comes to me when he's got a problem shows I do have something to offer. I bet there's something you can offer someone, even if you might not have the mental energy right now.
I think I have both to offer.