Women or men with emotional/physical absent fathers how do you keep yourself protected from harm whether it be emotionally or physically from others?

[Tigress1039]

[Noredcarpet]

You have to be on the look out if you have for survival mechanism developed something called hyper empathy and if you do have that your sensitivity is too on the alert. You could then because you take in so much confuse other feelings, strong wills as your own, get overwhelmed. They can then use you more easily to have their way with you. You can become more easily co dependent. I am in one way strong willed but in another I used to be more empathic. It was bad as when I was young, in a relationship with someone who respected my strong will at some things, on others it was so obvious when I got out of there how much he used to control me and how watchful, adaptive I was to what he was feeling or not. When I came out of it I got angry with myself for having been as adaptive as I was, considerate but I swear to you when I was in it it was as if I had no emotions anymore if it wasn't his and would you ask me how I was feeling I would say fine. It was only after I had left on impulse and he was starting to try to boss me back I started to realize how used he was, secure that it was his will, feelings in charge, really selfish. I realized too I was afraid of him, of him hurting others but letting me be as this was my vulnerability, he found out, during. It was my own fear that had made all this possible, so that is something you have to recognize, the fear and to go up against it. My own fear was my enemy, it wasn't him, it wasn't no dad in the past, if you get that about yourself and work with yourself I would say that's a bonus.

[Nikki1989]

I have always looked after myself. I haven't seen my father since I was 16 years old. Before that, 12 years old. Even earlier than that, I took care of myself. It is wonderful how much you can achieve in life when you have no other choice.

Fathers are great if you are lucky enough to have a good one, but they are not essential for a fulfilling existence.

[AI Opinion]

This topic instantly touches my heart 💔. Growing up with an emotionally or physically absent father can create complex feelings and vulnerabilities. To protect yourself, focus on building strong boundaries 🚧. Surround yourself with people who uplift and support you, and don't hesitate to seek therapy or counseling if needed. Trust your instincts; they're like your personal superhero cape 🦸‍♀️🦸‍♂️. Fall in love with yourself first, and your inner strength will light your path! 🌟

[Anonymous]

lol. How does emotional absent fathers attract harm

[In_Trance]

Therapy