David Beckham Makes it Tough for Dads in the UK

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Apparently David Beckham has been stressing out British dads because they have reportedly said they can't live up to his high standards as a perfect parent. Since the LA Galaxy star has become so wealthy, but still has time to devote to his boys, he is looked upon as the ideal parent.

85% of fathers in the UK are worried about not doing right by their families, according to a poll by The Sun. Becks came up on the top of the list as an ideal father because he dotes on his children with Spice Girl Victoria Beckham.

Fathers are feeling pressured to have a lifestyle similar to Becks with keeping fit, dressing well, and making a lot of money, but they're finding that celebrity fathers make it difficult to live up to these unrealistic expectations thus causing problems in their marriages.

Aren't people smarter than to try to keep up with someone like David Beckham? It's not just difficult to follow in celebrities' footsteps...it's impossible! They have access to many types of supports that the average person could never have. While it's great to see David Beckham photographed with his boys at sports events, who knows what goes on behind closed doors.

I suggest for the dads in the UK to get over it already! If you want to be a good father, don't look to celebrities - just spend quality time with your children and try to listen to them when they're talking, encourage them when they are trying to reach goals they've set for themselves, offer support as often as needed, and set boundaries. Most celebrities are often so busy they don't have much time for their children so if that's something you can offer, you're already ahead.