- Apr 16, 2013
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The worst part is dad continuously trying to “fix” her....thinking that was the solution....he just made it worse. He has no clue on what he is talking about but thinks he has the solution. She didn’t need someone telling her what she was doing wrong in softball but a dad to be there to comfort her, not fix the situation. She accepted the situation for what it was a lot earlier in the season. D has tried to explain to dad on several occasions but he would not listen.
If I can make a personal suggestion, sit down and talk with him and tell him how you and your DD feel. DO NOT accuse him of anything. It sounds like you're holding anger towards your husband and letting that fester will not be healthy for anyone. As a man speaking, we naturally want to "fix" things. Don't fault us for what we do naturally. Do not get angry, do not accuse, remind him fixing this isn't the solution, he just needs to hear the two of you and listen. It'll drive him nuts not trying to fix a problem, but this is a problem he simply can't fix so he needs to just be there for you and her and let her make the decisions which he then stands behind.