The HONEST TRUTH About What It Is Like Being a Single Dad!
4In this video, I’m opening up about the realities of being a single dad—the parts that don’t get talked about enough. It’s not just about the daily grind or the financial strain. It’s about the mental load, the emotional highs and lows, and the invisible expectations placed on fathers who are raising their kids alone.
But there’s another side to this story—one that makes all the struggles, doubts, and sacrifices worth it. Stick around until the end because this journey has taught me something I never expected.
Timestamps
0:00 - The Reality of Being a Single Dad (It’s Not What You Think)
0:08 - The Hidden Challenges No One Talks About
0:24 - The Financial Struggles of Single Fatherhood
0:43 - How Child Support Affects More Than Just Money
1:25 - The Emotional Toll of Saying Goodbye Every Week
2:05 - The Judgment & Bias Against Single Dads
2:45 - The Fight to Be in My Son’s Life (What It Took)
3:24 - How I Stay Present as a Father Despite the Struggles
3:56 - The Mental Load of Doing It All Alone
4:32 - Finding Strength & Purpose in Fatherhood
5:06 - The Most Rewarding Part of Being a Single Dad
5:32 - Final Thoughts – What I’ve Learned & What’s Next
Where to Find Me:
Website: https://omgitsderek.com/
Facebook: https://facebook.com/omgitsderek
Twitter: https://twitter.com/omgitsderek
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@dereksalyers
Instagram: https://instagram.com/omg_its_derek
Discord: https://discord.gg/H4cAXX5
Support the Channel:
Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/omgitsderek
Join My Newsletter: https://signup.omgitsderek.com/fathers
Skool Community: https://skool.com/omgitsderek
Patreon: https://patreon.com/omgitsderek
Recommended Videos:
How I'm Finding Joy in Being a Single Dad: • How I'm Finding Joy in Being a Single...
How I Defeated Loneliness as a Single Dad (and Found True Happiness): • How I Defeated Loneliness as a Single...
My Raw Journey as a Single Dad – Overcoming Stress and Finding Balance: • My Raw Journey as a Single Dad – Over...
Connect with Me:
For business inquiries: derek@clickconsultants.com
Join my community: https://www.skool.com/omg-its-derek-3708/about
Don't forget to:
👍 Like this video if you enjoyed our adventure!
🔔 Subscribe to our channel for more single dad family fun!
💬 Leave a comment below with your favorite moment from the vlog!
🎥 Follow us on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes content!
Keywords:#fatherhoodjourney #singledad , #dadlife