I think my dad hates me

You’re 15 years old. Don’t assume that your dad’s actions are because he hates you. Rather it is possible that he takes YOU for granted whereas he still feels that he has to work hard at keeping a good relationship with his girlfriend.

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I’d like to suggest that you calmly sit down and write your dad a love letter. In it, explain how you feel and how hard it is for you to understand his situation. Tell him that you need some of his time and understanding, too, and that you’re not trying or wanting to compete with his girlfriend or your little brother but that you DO want to be able to share your father with them.

I know it is difficult for you. But, YOU have to realize that you and he do live in two different worlds. That what is important in your world may not seem so important in his world and vice versa.

It is important that you communicate with your dad. By doing it in a letter you give him a chance to perceive what you’re feeling over several readings and that may help you get through to him.

I wish you well and hope that you will consider what I’ve suggested.

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