I talked to my dad for the first time in 9 years

In this video, I talk about my experience of being estranged from my dad for nine years and the complicated grief that comes with family trauma, emotional neglect, and unmet needs from childhood. I share why I stopped speaking to him, how avoidance isn't a substitute for healing, and what happened when I allowed myself to face the grief I had been suppressing.

I reflect on growing up in a chaotic household, navigating a parent’s mental illness, and the long-term effects of not feeling emotionally seen or listened to as a child. This video explores emotional regulation, self-parenting, boundaries with parents, and what it means to stop being overly empathetic at the expense of yourself.

I also share what it was like reconnecting with my dad as an adult, realizing how similar we are, and confronting the reality that not all relationships are meant to be repaired in the way we imagine. Healing doesn’t always mean reconciliation — sometimes it means acceptance, honesty, and choosing how you spend your energy.

If you’re estranged from a parent, grieving the relationship you never had, or learning how to set boundaries without guilt, this video may resonate with you.

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