The Daily Dad You’re Not The Only One
Mar 19, 2026
Reflection on the universal pain of separation from children and why you are not alone. Literary and real-life examples explore similar wounds across time. Practical emphasis on shifting from anger to solution-focused actions and finding solidarity with others in the same struggle.
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Medea Shows How Separation Can Escalate
- Ryan Holiday recounts the classical example of Medea being told she is not alone in being separated from her children.
- Medea's rage leads to irreversible action, illustrating how ancient stories mirror modern parental pain and extreme reactions.
Separation Pain Is Timeless And Shared
- The pain of being apart from your children is timeless and shared across many situations like deployment, divorce, or empty nesters.
- Recognizing this commonality reframes suffering as a universal human experience rather than a unique injustice.
Focus On Solutions Not Anger
- Focus on bearing the hardship with patience and move toward solutions instead of indulging anger or fear.
- Connect with others who have lived this experience to find practical help and emotional support.