text: One of my professors in college stated to me:"if you want to see a change in others...you might start with yourself"\n\nDon't REACT to situations(unless you have to run for your life, etc), but think first. \n\nMaybe ask him why he does not respect what you are watching(but DON'T raise your voice), ask him softly(like a woman). Tell him you want a better relationship with the only father you have, and ask him also what does he think that could be done to bring you closer. Maybe include your mother in on this. Sometimes it is the child who becomes the teacher. Start somewhere with small bites...try to make a joke when adversity strikes, or even smile. It disarms the other person, and calms the situation.