My teenage daughter and I used to be close but this year everything I say seems to hurt her feelings or make her angry, and I can see her pulling away but every time I try to bridge the gap I seem to push her further and I don't know if this is normal or if I'm failing her.
More people experience this than they realize.
You're both reaching toward each other but speaking languages the other can't understand.
“Where Are You with Grief and guilt?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.