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You are definitely not a bad person. The answers you've gotten through counseling--- well I would have no respect for nor confidence in them. My older sister got pregnant at 17 and my dad never forgave her. He never forgave me for being born, either, and it took me a very long time to understand why. I finally came to understand that my dad's closed-off behavior was a result of his own experiences... and he never sought counseling or any kind of help. I'm not trying to make excuses for your dad. It may be though that he can't "get over" what happened so many years ago. My dad died decades ago, but if I had the chance, I would ask him "why do you treat me the way you do?" I don't know what kind of answer I would've gotten, but I would've loved the opportunity to ask the question.
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Dx Bipolar II 2014 -- currently in remission
Stay calm, be kind, have hope, love lots, and be well.
"Listen to the deep voice of your soul. Do not be distracted by the voice of your mind." -- Caitlin Matthews[/B][/COLOR][/SIZE]
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