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Constantly second-guessing yourself - Every decision feels like it could ruin his future, leaving you paralyzed with fear and guilt
Worried he'll grow up emotionally stunted - You see him bottle things up or explode, and you don't know how to teach him to handle his feelings.
Feeling like you're "not enough" - Everyone says boys need father figures, and you're terrified you can't give him what he needs
Discipline feels like a constant battle - You either feel too soft (and he walks all over you) or too harsh (and then feel guilty)
Scared he'll resent you later - You worry that one day he'll blame you for being a single mom or for the struggles in his life
No idea how to teach him "how to be a man" - You don't know what that even means, and it feels like a mystery you'll never solveNEGATIVE STATE 6]

Confident in your parenting decisions - You have a clear roadmap and know exactly what he needs from you (no more guessing or googling at 2 AM)
He expresses emotions in healthy ways - No more bottling up feelings or random explosions - he talks to you and processes things maturely
You know you ARE enough - You understand what he truly needs, and you're providing it fully (with or without a father figure present)
Discipline happens calmly and effectively - Clear boundaries, natural consequences, and mutual respect replace the guilt and power struggles
Your relationship is stronger than ever - He trusts you, respects you, and knows you're his safe place (building a foundation that will last his entire life)
He's growing into a good man - Confident, kind, emotionally healthy, and ready to treat others (especially women) with respect







