Jake, you are not alone. Your experience reflects so many others here. Don't give up on her but perhaps give her some space - this space could occupy years of life experiences for her and this person in her life at this stage is most important.. She will grow up and grow of this way of coping with her problems. It's a love marathon, not a sprint and focus on those that want you in their life and pray for her every day that she finds herself again. The rest will fall into place. Parents are outnumbered when our kids turn to this ideology. But when it no longer serves them, they move on. If you haven't already, have you considered being part of an in person father support group of estranged kids? Or, leading one? You have the leadership qualities for it. Love and peace
Jake, you are not alone. Your experience reflects so many others here. Don't give up on her but perhaps give her some space - this space could occupy years of life experiences for her and this person in her life at this stage is most important.. She will grow up and grow of this way of coping with her problems. It's a love marathon, not a sprint and focus on those that want you in their life and pray for her every day that she finds herself again. The rest will fall into place. Parents are outnumbered when our kids turn to this ideology. But when it no longer serves them, they move on. If you haven't already, have you considered being part of an in person father support group of estranged kids? Or, leading one? You have the leadership qualities for it. Love and peace
The longer version is definitely worth reading; it's a truly moving story. Thanks, Jake, for sharing it.
You're welcome Eduardo. Thanks for taking the time to read it and comment on it.
Left a comment on the other post. Thank you for sharing your story. Sending compassion to you, I understand.