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familyestrangement
#RI-6a6b0b5a·7 months ago·
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Lookback: mid-30s

grew up without women in family

grew up estranged from biological mother, never had sisters or close female relatives

What I wish I knew
"importance of female family connections"
If I could tell you one thing
"grieving something never had is possible"
0
8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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family Category
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family decisions logged. Avg regret 7.7/10 across the category.
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