As ecstatic as I was at the birth of my daughter, I felt selfish bringing her, and later my son, into our screwed-up world.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
I was kind of a selfish child, who always wanted things his way, and I've kind of taken that over into my relationship with the world.
My first child, I think I was completely shell shocked. I was ecstatic but in shock that I was now responsible completely for another life and it was my co-creation and how did I manage that?! I was in awe that I had actually done what millions of other women had done, given birth and now an added responsibility of 'mommy' in my life ahead!
I did not give my daughter the kind of childhood anybody would want. The vision of the divided loyalty between a mother and father who don't live together and don't share in decisions is a great depravation for children.
I was surprised by how much I like being a father; surprised at what a decent father I am, because I was afraid I wouldn't be able to dump my selfishness.
I expected it to be overwhelming and all-encompassing, but having a kid brings you into the world in a whole different way.
I always felt too young and selfish to have children of my own.
My mindset at this stage, especially after having a daughter... it's just changed my whole outlook.
After my daughter was born, I made a promise to myself to live in the moment.
I'm happy that I took time off to become a mom and raise my daughter properly and build a bond between the two of us.
My son's the most precious thing to me; he's changed me from being selfish to selfless.