But for some reason, that comment of his this morning really struck me and really hurt.
I'm sorry this hurt you. I think it would be a little unsettling for me too. What bride wants to think her dad isn't proud to walk her down the isle?
I know who my dad is and I know that he will not change. I have no expectations of him. So how do I get past the triggers? Or do I just need to accept that I will be triggered at times and I just have to lean in and work through it?
I would think any situation where we need a parent to show their love appropriately would hurt, even if just a little, when they can't do it. I think being disappointed that they can't is normal.
I've learned the best way to cope with triggers is with self care and acknowledging the hurt the child within me feels. I have accepted there will always be a trigger point here or there, we all get angry or feel uncomfortable at times and I think it helps to lean in and work through it.
How are you coping with these triggers?