“Started describing Esther as a friend instead of a parent”

Item: Started describing Esther as a friend instead of a parent
Rating: 4
Author: u/ThrowRASelecty

What Actually Happened

Dad got upset about me not treating Esther as a parent, saying it's disrespectful and dismissive

What I wish I knew

"Why this change bothers him so much"

Advice to Someone Facing This Now

If I could tell you one thing

"Communicate openly with your parents about their feelings and concerns"

Regret Index

6/10

Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.

SettledMixedSevere

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Family Category

150

Family decisions logged. Avg regret 7.1/10 across the category.

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