Brad Pitt spoke about parenting during an interview over the weekend while in New Orleans.

“It really changes your perspective on the world,” Pitt, 42, said during a Today show interview aired Monday morning. “You know, I’ve had my day. I made some films, and I’ve really had a very fortunate life, and it’s time for me to share that a little bit.”

Having children, he said, “completely changes your perspective and certainly takes the focus off yourself, which I’m really grateful for.” Chuckling, he added: “I’m so tired of thinking about myself. I’m sick of myself.”

Of parenting, he said, “You feel you want to be there and not miss out on anything. It’s a true joy (and) a very profound love. You can write a book, you can make a movie, you can paint a painting, but having kids is the most extraordinary thing I’ve ever taken on.”

And of Shiloh, he revealed, “Man, if I can get a burp out of that little thing I feel such a sense of accomplishment.”