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Originally Posted by Russic
I think for a lot of kids, growing up with an unflappable parent can be sorta unsetting when they have normal feelings and suddenly wonder if that means they're weak or broken. It can be oddly calming for them to hear that we're sometimes sad, overwhelmed, or disengaged a bit because it gives them permission to feel those things too.
That said, there's probably a limit, so don't take them out to the shed and show them your cork board with red yarn connecting everything to the Vatican or something.
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First of all, we all know that the Vatican are just simps for the Lizard-Men.
Secondly, I largely agree with you.
For instance, my kids all grew up with me driving them around. Now. I acknowledge that within the confines of my own car I can get somewhat angry, however those are always just words and never actions. I have never engaged in road rage despite being angry.
I taught all my kids how to drive.
So now? It is hilarious to drive with them. They quote some of my swearing and quips verbatim. And they've come up with some new ones that I like.
Its okay to be angry as you drive. Sometimes thats the only time that anger gets released. Just dont act on it.