What Kind of Dad Did te Have? 

Your Dad Was the Bad Dad

When you were growing up, your dad wasn't a positive force in your life... if he was even around at all.
Your dad didn't step up to the task of being a father, and if you're honest, you still resent him for it.

Just remember that having a bad dad isn't a reflection on you. You can't help who either of your parents are.
You can't change who your dad is, but that doesn't mean you have to accept him.

Your Dad Was the Protector

When you were growing up, your dad didn't want anything or anyone to ever hurt you.
Your dad did his best to protect you, and it was hard for him to let go and watch you make mistakes.

You never doubted your dad's love for you, but you often felt frustrated by his strict rules and ideas.
You wish you had been given a little more freedom... it would have meant battling with him a lot less.

When you were growing up, your dad wasn't really respected in your family. Your mom called all the shots.
You probably don't think your dad was a bad guy, but he ended up taking the fall for a lot of went wrong.

It's likely that your dad often withdrew from your family. Everything he said or did ended up getting him in trouble.
You wish that your dad had spoken up or taken charge more often. You don't feel like you were parented much by him.


Kinda true :(

Your Dad was the Coach

When you were growing up, your dad believed in you. He was your biggest supporter and fan.
Your dad pushed you to be better and taught you the keys to success. Your dad never gave up on you.

Sometimes you resented your dad working you so hard, but in the end, he taught you some valuable lessons.
You were raised to compete to win, and it's likely that you win a lot more than most people.

Your Dad Was the Bad Dad







When you were growing up, your dad wasn't a positive force in your life... if he was even around at all.
Your dad didn't step up to the task of being a father, and if you're honest, you still resent him for it.

Just remember that having a bad dad isn't a reflection on you. You can't help who either of your parents are.
You can't change who your dad is, but that doesn't mean you have to accept him.