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Relationshipsfather's death
#RI-6a6b0b4a·9 months ago·
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Lookback: years

“grew up believing my father was the grave”

I believed my father was the grave we visited, carrying guilt for something that wasn't mine

What I wish I knew
"my father was a person, not a place"
If I could tell you one thing
"believe in your own identity, don't let others define you"
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9/10
High, persistent regret.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
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