EPISODE · Nov 8, 2021 · 25 MIN
Episode 3 Daddy Issues
from Dying to be Perfect · host Dani Owens
As little girls, the relationships with our fathers, good or bad, often spill over into our romantic relationships. THIS IS TRUE FOR ME. Because I longed to have a relationship with my father, I held on to my grandfather for dear life. He was my hero for stepping up and loving me when my father didn't. In addition, because he was so amazing as a father, all men had to compare to him. I sought all of my needs from the men I was involved with. I unknowingly needed them to do what my father didn't in order for me to let go of my grandfather. Mine was extra because I didn't receive the motherly love I longed for either.
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As little girls, the relationships with our fathers, good or bad, often spill over into our romantic relationships. THIS IS TRUE FOR ME. Because I longed to have a relationship with my father, I held on to my grandfather for dear life. He was my hero for stepping up and loving me when my father didn't. In addition, because he was so amazing as a father, all men had to compare to him. I sought all of my needs from the men I was involved with. I unknowingly needed them to do what my father didn't in order for me to let go of my grandfather. Mine was extra because I didn't receive the motherly love I longed for either.
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