Father’s Ultimatum: No Contact with Estranged Son

We all know that life can be messy and complicated, especially when it comes to family matters. In today’s story, we have a father who went through a painful divorce and was cut off from his son for years. Now, after building a new life and family, his son reaches out to reconnect. But is it too late? ️ Can the wounds of the past be healed, or is it best for everyone to move on? ‍♀️ Join us as we dive into this emotional rollercoaster of a story, and see if you can relate to the heartache and tough decisions that come with it.

The End of a Marriage

Drifting Apart

The Shock

The Breakup

Son’s Anger

From His Perspective

Moving Out

Heartbroken

⚖️ Custody and Therapy

Son’s Hatred

Trying to Be There

No More Events

Cut Off

Depression and Pain

The Lowest Point

A New Beginning

‍ ‍ ‍ New Family

The Unexpected Email

New Perspectives

No Response

✉️ Closure

The Draft

‍❤️‍ Wife’s Reaction

No Further Contact

Protecting the Family

The End

Family’s Disapproval

Arguments and Threats

Mom’s Reaction

‍♂️ Confusion

The Ultimatum

Seeking Answers

Self-Reflection

Emotional Rollercoaster: Father’s Dilemma

After a painful divorce and years of being cut off from his son, our protagonist has built a new life with a new family. But when his son reaches out to reconnect, he’s faced with a difficult decision: open his heart and risk complications in his new life, or continue to keep his distance? His wife and mother are horrified by his choice, and tensions rise as they try to convince him to change his mind. Will he stand his ground, or will the pressure from his loved ones force him to reconsider? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this heart-wrenching situation…

Learn to forgive and give second chances

Encouraging advice to a father estranged from his son.

Spouse calls out OP’s ultimatum, insists on immediate action

Don’t let trauma dictate your actions. Listen to your wife and seek therapy

Sincere advice to mend the broken father-son relationship

Strongly-worded reply condemns father’s ultimatum.

Father told his son he wanted a divorce and moved out within a week, and now the son wants to talk. YTA! Give him a chance to be heard

YTA’s son took the high road and apologized first. Why can’t YTA do the same?

A powerful response calling out a father’s blame game

Be the adult and don’t dump adult guilt on a child.

Reconnecting with estranged son may have consequences.

YTA accused of breaking up family and hurting son.

Divorced parents’ child comes first, new family must understand. YTA

Spouse’s email to son makes me question my marriage

Redditor calls out father for holding grudge against estranged son

Regretful comment on father-son relationship, no chance for reconciliation.

User calls out father for fault in estranged relationship with son

Don’t cut off your estranged son, YTA. He deserves a chance

Passionate comment defends son, calls out father’s behavior

Father gets called out for not trying to save marriage

Devastating verdict: YTA. He grew up, you didn’t.

Father’s cold behavior towards his son is alarming

YTA, but taking it slow and steady could be best

Baby steps are key . Rebuilding relationships takes time and effort.

Engaging response to father’s ultimatum to cut off son.

A harsh but honest judgement of a father’s selfishness

Divorced father receives YTA judgement and harsh critique.

OP receives tough love about taking accountability for estranged son.

Prioritizing therapy and potential closure for estranged father-son relationship

New wife advises to let estranged son in. Suggests therapy.

Harsh comment urges father to reconnect with estranged son

Acknowledging YTA’s concern, but wife & mother’s advice outweighs.

Father’s abandonment triggers YTA accusation and wife’s concerns.

Don’t hold grudges against your kids. He’s better off without you. YTA.

A scathing comment calling out a self-centered father’s ultimatum.

Parent’s anger impacting relationship with estranged son. YTA.

Let’s not forget parents are people too Validating OP’s feelings.

Father’s lack of empathy and communication ruined son’s teenage years. YTA.

Navigating the complexities of estranged family relationships

Harsh criticism for father’s lack of apology and empathy

Redditor calls out father’s ultimatum as YTA. Ouch

Reader questions OP’s story and divorce proceedings.

Harsh criticism of father’s ultimatum, calls him a child and AH

A comment calling out the father’s assholism

Don’t cut off your son, work to be the dad he needs

Consider seeking counseling before making a decision.

Father receives brutal YTA judgement for abandoning son and refusing contact

Parenting fail Abandonment scars last a lifetime

User shares personal experience to justify NTA decision.

Father receives harsh judgement for cutting off son.

A heartbreaking analogy about the dilemma of estranged family.

Take a deep breath, open the box and reconnect with family

Son rejected father’s attempts at relationship, father moves on.

Sending the email without showing anyone was the better option

Divorcing and being mean to his mom doesn’t justify estrangement

Take accountability for actions, choose no contact if needed

Listen to your wife and mom, and give your son a chance to talk

Forgiveness is not always the answer ‍♂️

Advice on repairing relationship with estranged son after parental alienation.

Forgiveness is hard and takes time. NTA for prioritizing yourself

No obligation to subject self to abuse. NTA

Defending OP’s actions and acknowledging the role of trauma.

User calls out father’s ultimatum as ‘assholish’

Setting boundaries with estranged family members

Self-care is important. Seek therapy to work through the pain

NTA. Consider therapy and reevaluating relationship with mother. Trust yourself.

Mother’s heartfelt advice to father who cut off son. ❤️

Healing together is delicate, connect with estranged son

Divorced father receives tough love over ultimatum to estranged son

OP is the a**hole for neglecting his family and now refusing to reconcile.

Compassionate comment encourages better email phrasing for estranged son.

Forgiveness not required, let the moms have a relationship. NTA

Defending OP against unfair accusations of being a psychopath.

Father refuses to forgive son for childish reaction to divorce

Healing from past traumas is scary, but forgiveness brings peace ✌️

NTA for choosing mental health over contact with estranged son

OP’s son was right to be angry with him

Don’t forget the hurt child you left behind

Forgiveness doesn’t mean he has to be part of your life

YTA father cuts off son after causing upheaval. Commenter calls out.

Cutting ties for the sake of a new baby’s well-being

A cautionary tale of cutting off a parent

Reconnecting with estranged son after years, ESH judgment for past.

Rebuilding a relationship with an estranged son. ❤️

Supportive commenter empathizes with father’s ultimatum

Father’s behavior criticized, urged to take responsibility. YTA

Father’s cruel email earns him YTA judgement and criticism.

Forgiving absent father: NTA, but must reconnect to save marriage

Narcissistic father receives verdict – YTA!