Healing for Daughters of Emotionally Absent Fathers: Ways to Cope with the Emotional Aftermath of Having an Unavailable and Rejecting Father, Including Processing Grief, Anger and Childhood Wounds

Did the man who was supposed to cherish, support, and shield you from harm inflict traumas that still impact your life today?

Do you find yourself struggling daily to recover from the harm he has caused?

Growing up as a daughter with an emotionally distant father can be a challenging and isolating experience; you may suffer from low self-worth, anger, depression and feelings of worthlessness.

There are numerous ways in which fathers can be emotionally detached from their daughters, such as through divorce, career obligations, military service, addictions, severe physical or mental illness or even death.

It is possible that such men are narcissists who constantly criticised you, attempted to manipulate and control you, or were abusive. Alternatively, they could have been old-fashioned fathers who communicated their desires through actions rather than words.

Perhaps they were unresponsive when you needed them the most. They may have provided for your basic needs but were otherwise absent.

Adult daughters with emotionally distant fathers often recognise that something is amiss but fail to see the long-term consequences on themselves, their romantic relationships, their friendships and their professional lives.

Consider reading this book if you identify with any of these behaviours in your father:

·       They only acknowledge your physical needs, not your emotional ones.

·       They speak to you in a monotonous, disinterested voice.

·       They make harsh and critical remarks.

·       They do not listen or show interest in your life.

·       They never praise or celebrate your accomplishments.

·       They never spend time alone with you.

·       They rarely express affection through hugs or smiles.

·       They are preoccupied when with you, due to work, TV, or their phone.

·       They struggle with addiction to alcohol or other substances.

·       They prioritise unnecessary expenses over your needs.

·       They are unable to manage their emotions or express their feelings.

·       They are defensive and reluctant to accept differing opinions.

·       They blame you for their shortcomings or errors.

·       They refuse to take accountability for their actions.

·       They deny reality when confronted about their behaviour, making you feel irrational.

These are just a few examples of the most prevalent indicators. Family dynamics can be complex and diverse.

The damaging effects of an emotionally absent father are rarely discussed. It is crucial to bring attention to these types of fathers!

You may be experiencing the following as a result:

·       Anger and disappointment due to the lack of affection and support you deserved.

·       Feelings of being unloved, inadequate, and worthless.

·       Isolation, without the support of a network of caring family members.

·       Confusion regarding your experiences and emotions.

In romantic relationships, women with absent fathers may recreate past patterns, struggling to form lasting connections with partners who don't value or respect them.

Can you heal from the unseen childhood wounds caused by an emotionally absent father?

Thankfully, this guide offers methods to enable you to recognise and break negative patterns while fostering healthier ones that suit you. It is crucial to do this for yourself, your loved ones and your future children.

This book was written for you and it will aid your healing process.