Is it really needed?

My dad and I are not on good terms, since forever. He’s very verbally abusive and recently he just got pissed out of nowhere and stopped talking to me and my mom. Doesn’t pick up our calls/messages.
I’m so sick and tired of reaching out. I know he’s stressed about work and all but O don’t think it’s always fair to be the recipient of his anger for no bloody reason.

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gobacktoyourroomandstudy

yes of course, your father needs anger/stress management. You should suggest that to him if you ever speak with him. Respect is a two way street. Of course you can't be on good terms with him if he just uses you as a punching bag. Girl you're not anyone's punching bag.

CoyoteUglyChapter2 · 22-25, F

Yeah he always tries to put me down , he needs to have the last word. So yeah no point talking to him. But thank you! @gobacktoyourroomandstudy

gobacktoyourroomandstudy

@CoyoteUglyChapter2 if he's toxic, well then you just gotta avoid him. That's what i do. Maybe you love your parents and you miss them if you don't speak to them...but it's not worth it if its affecting your mental health. It's better to be quiet and dismissive than to be rude. Learnt it the very hard way. Wouldn't want another person making the same mistake. Much love. x.

CoyoteUglyChapter2 · 22-25, F

@gobacktoyourroomandstudy I’m just hanging there for my mom, she’s very dependent on him. But yes, I get what you’re saying. Thank you ! Love