Dear Allumena,

Your father seems to be exerting a lot of negative influence on you. How is your interaction with other members of your family?

I think it is important to be aware of what is happening when he says something. More important than what he says, it is important to be aware of what is on your mind and the words that you use.

As an example when he implies that he does not believe you maybe your mind is telling you “I am no good” or “I am unable to get things right” etc

No one can affect you by their words completely unless you yourself believe or buy into what is being said. A useful first step is to recognize what is going on in your mind by writing them down.