This is the person in a child's life who becomes a "
guideline" for males to the child during
the developmental years. Often the
biological father, othertimes a step-parent, uncle, or some other male authority figure.
I did not have a "father figure" growing up; due to
an absent father, and lack of male
role models when I was young. This has lead to many dumb issues I have with men I had
relationships with, and men in general.
When I was young, I decided I needed to become someone males would not want to leave, or ditch. I did this during a
developmental period, all based on the perception of a 5 year old girl. Yeah, yeah ..
issues.
This all may seem very
trite now, but realizing this as an
adult can help promote
healthy relationships.