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Chapter 20 - Daniel Stops Trying to Fix EverythingDaniel became overprotective.
He knew it.
When Ella started at a new preschool, he emailed her teacher constantly.
What did she eat?
Did she cry?
Who used scissors during art?
Were gifts allowed?
The new teacher answered patiently.
Then one day Ella said:
“Daddy, stop asking.”
Daniel stared.
“What?”
“You ask my teacher everything.”
“I just want to know you’re safe.”
“I am.”
Dr. Feld helped him see the problem.
Protection could become control when fear made every decision.
Mrs. Holloway had taken choice from Ella.
Daniel could not repair that by making all choices himself.
He stepped back.
May you like
Not completely.
Enough.
