Growing up with just her dad, a woman was bullied by her step-sister for not being ‘girly’ enough. Her dad made hurtful comments, confirming her step-sister’s bullying. After years of torment, she finally broke down and confronted her dad. Though they went to therapy, she still holds a grudge today. When her dad brought it up recently, she told him she’ll never forgive him. What do you think, was she wrong to hold a grudge? Click to read more.
Father’s attempts at styling daughter’s hair and fashion still resented.

Bullied by step-sister for not being ‘girly enough’

Dad’s favoritism towards sister hurts son’s identity, sparks resentment

Bullying, pink hair, ruined looks, and a grudge for 10 years

Strained father-daughter relationship after therapy and dad’s remarriage.

Daughter expresses unforgiveness towards dad for past bullying incident

Daughter confronts dad about past bullying, still holding grudge
Growing up with a single dad can be tough, especially when you don’t fit into the traditional ‘girly’ mold. This was the case for a woman who shared her story on Reddit, where she opened up about the bullying she endured from her step-sister and her own father’s hurtful comments. Despite attending therapy together and making amends, the daughter admits she can’t forgive her dad for his past behavior. In this emotional post, we’ll explore the long-lasting impact of childhood bullying and how it can affect relationships with loved ones. Keep reading for comments and reactions to this heartbreaking story.
Stepmom provides support and encourages OP to focus on healing ❤️

Protecting children is a parent’s duty, regardless of gender.

Choose your own pace to heal, your pain is valid ❤️

NTA. The commenters share similar experiences and empathize with each other.
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Father’s insensitive remark in therapy session still affects daughter at 45 ❤️

NTA. Holding a grudge means being on guard against hurtful behavior. Don’t let anyone invalidate your experiences.

Forgiveness is a big step to healing, but it takes time

Dad joins in bullying, daughter still hurt after 10 years.

NTA. Dad’s lack of support and participation in bullying is unforgivable.

Father’s effort to mend relationship with daughter questioned, sparks debate.

Daughter sets boundaries with dad after being bullied for stepmom.

Dad made a mistake but has tried to make it right

Understanding and empathy for daughter’s hurt feelings towards dad.

Forgiveness takes time and effort, work with your therapist

Step-mom defends daughter’s feelings, calls out dad’s defensiveness. ☕

Engage in open communication with your father, forgive, and heal ❤

Dad helped break his son’s legs and made fun of his limp

Don’t rush forgiveness. Your feelings are valid and important

Daughter feels hurt but commenters say NTA for having boundaries.

Father unknowingly hurt daughter, but acted in her favor. NAH.

Commenter calls out OP for childish behavior towards her dad

Communicating boundaries with family can be tough

Holding grudges can be tough, but some things are unforgivable

Is the story about the black dye real or fake?

Empathetic comment encourages forgiveness and understanding ❤️

Commenter calls out daughter for holding grudge against dad.

User calls out daughter for being self-centered and unforgiving.

Validating feelings: NAH holds grudge, commenter empathizes with dad.

Dad needs to accept the past and let it go

Step-mom might help you talk to dad about unresolved grudges

Dad made a mistake and is remorseful. Forgiveness is hard, but important for future relationship.

Parenting struggles in different cultures, empathy needed on both sides

Daughter holds grudge, internet backs her.
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Encouraging response to daughter’s NTA comment on forgiveness and therapy.

Forgive dad. He didn’t know about the bullying. ❤️

Validating emotions NTA, never forget your worth

Dad sacrificed love for daughter, but she holds a grudge

Daughter confronts dad’s past actions, holds grudge for 10 years.

Commenter defends father’s sacrifice and urges daughter to forgive ❤️
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Holding a grudge is tough, but forgiving your father is freeing

Father tried to make amends, it’s time to heal. ❤️

A heartwarming story of a father who chose his daughter ❤️
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Stepmom saves the day! NTA for holding grudge.

Daughter’s trauma ignored by dad, needs therapy for accountability.

Daughter holds grudge for 10 years, refuses to mend relationship.
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Holding a grudge doesn’t mean you can’t forgive. Good on you! ✊
