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Victoria Secunda

Most fathers don't see the war within the daughter, her struggles with conflicting images of the idealized and flawed father, her temptation both to retreat to Daddy's lap and protection and to push out of his embrace to that of beau and the world beyond

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Many fathers are unaware of the emotional conflict their daughters face as they try to reconcile the perfect image of their father with his real imperfections. These daughters feel torn between wanting the safety and comfort of their father's care and the desire to grow independent by seeking relationships and experiences outside the family.

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