SpiritedContributor
TW: Domestic Violence and breaking the cycle of generational trauma
Domestic violence in my family has had a huge impact on my life. My father has anger issues which led to a lot of conflict with my mother. Growing up they were always fighting,
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I got belted by my dad and sometimes didn't feel safe (Which my mum admitted to not wanting to leave me alone with him)
This anger I witnessed growing up manifested in me which led to being bullied at school, violence on the streets and issues in intimate relationships.
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I almost died and nearly ended up in jail because of my anger and violence. I don't blame my parents as I know they experienced similar abuse in thier families growing up. My parents are still in a co-dependent relationship. They don't deal with thier issues, they don't seek help and my father is an alcoholic, pot smoker with a gambling addiction.
My brother, sister and I all have kids now and have had issues leading to being separated from our partners. My dad thinks we don't care about him, the opposite is true. Just wish he would acknowledge and be accountable for his actions and seek help. Is that too much to ask?
