Man this shit is terrifying cause I could see myself as a dad just like his dad. You could be the best, most wholesome pops and still end up with a Clavicular
I think one of the most heartfelt experiences in life is discovering that someone genuinely enjoys your presence. Not what you provide, Not your accomplishments. Just you, your thoughts, your energy, your existence.
The best advice I heard from a stranger was this: give luck more opportunities to bump into you. Leave the house, take a different road, travel, say yes to new experiences. The more you do, the more life surprises you in the best ways.
My mother, a mental health professional with over 30 years of experience, came to my house and happened to see this face on my computer screen. Without knowing who he was or any context whatsoever, her immediate reaction was, "That person needs urgent psychological attention."