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Originally Posted by zinco14532323
Sorry. That is really tough. Trying to live up to a Fathers expectations is a very difficult thing. I struggled with that for years. Or at least my perception of what his expectations were. I am 50 now and he is 72. I am absolutely amazed at how understanding he is of my depression. It is like a total 180 from when I was a teen. I hope your dad will get more educated and understanding.
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Thank you for your reply.
Sometimes I feel like my feelings and happiness doesn't matter. It's all about living up to my dad's expectations.
I wonder if I prove to him that I'm strong and can handle myself, will he see things differently? I feel like I shouldn't have to prove anything to my father of all people.
What hurts me most is that he never talks to me about why he thinks I'm 'worthless' or 'weak'.