How Do You Deal With An Absent Father?
Not having a Father is one of the most profound affects on the life of a child, particularly a young boy. Today, many men and women struggle with the fact that their father never played an active role in their lives. This can leave pain and hurt, but there is hope. Acknowledge: Come to terms with the fact that you are indeed hurt and pained because your father was not present or active in your life as a child. Every child desires to know and understand his or her father. You must acknowledge the truth or you could possibly hinder your own relationship with your children. Remember: Write down the immediate feelings that you have as a result of thinking about your father. It could be anger, hate, disgust, abandonment, neglect, etc.. Whatever the emotion write it down. This is the first step to healing, remembering how you felt as a child and how you still feel as an adult. Deal with the issues: Once you write down those feelings, discuss those feelings with a close friend, your pastor, o
