"I’ve always been someone who felt that it’s better to open your mouth and let people know what’s up/bothering you versus taking it out another way. Being a man I feel like it works against us, as it makes us seem weak or untrustworthy."

that might be true. lucky I don't care about how my mom or others see me, as long as they respect me as a human being.

You could spend time with the daughter if you want, as you might have to pay child support anyways.