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how do i tell my dad.{my mom committed suicide 5 months ago}and ive been si for 2 years

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If you can't do it face to face maybe write him a letter. Let him know you're not considering leaving him by committing suicide (if this is true) and that you love him. Focus on how you and he can help each other get through this difficult time and what you need from him to feel better. I don't know how he's been after your mom's death but I know family can drift apart after something like that but let him know if there can be improvements made through talking or even family therapy. Let him know it's not his fault but that you need his love and support.

After that and if he responds then you can probably talk face to face. Note that there is no guarantee he'll react in a way that supports you but if you need support you should be free to ask him for it or let him know so he can pay for therapy or treatment so you can get the support you need.

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Well, writing him a letter would be a good idea. But you need to be honest with him, regardless of how the message is given. I understand how nervous and scary this must be, but with the fact that you are making the decision to tell him shows how brave and strong you are. I wish you the best of luck, and advise telling him through letter, face-to-face, or some other kind of form. Good luck, my friend. Stay strong.

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