#tw: daddy issues

[crisiscutie]

since we had Sephiroth with his mommy issues, how would it go with him having a darling that has daddy issues?

They both tend to switch sometimes though; when darling is in need of emotional affection and stability, Sephiroth becomes the daddy and when Sephiroth is need of emotional affection and stability, darling becomes the mommy. It's like supporting each other that way. Would it be helpful for them in a way to cope with things or would it turn out to be difficult?

I can see it working out well for both, for the most part. Sephiroth has a natural warmth and attentiveness to loved ones that will make him a good companion for a darling with daddy issues. He could provide that validation and care she needs in times of hardship. Sephiroth gives the devotion and love (that he desires) to his bonds so I'd imagine him acting in this role will make him feel better about himself. It's great you proposed a switching mechanism of the parental roles! That would be an interesting but necessary part of their relationship, as it allows for a fair exchange of need between both parties. Sephiroth will certainly need his darling to be there for him when he needs the comfort of a mother figure.

Content Warnings: NSFW themes, Discussions of Mommy and Daddy Issues, Mentions of Confinement, Emotional Manipulation and Yandere Sephiroth.

༻❁༺ To Soothe Sephiroth's Mommy Needs:

He would often lay his head on her nurturing chest, feeling the warmth of her embrace as he wept or quietly mumbled his worries. Most of the time, he found solace in her mere presence; no words needed. On a particularly bad day through, the Darling would struggle to bring him that solace, initially.

Sephiroth appeared before his darling one day, the sound of his footsteps echoing in the silence as his head hung in defeat.

Darling pulled him into her arms, her breath tickling his ear as she asked what was wrong.

He opened his mouth, but his throat was tight, the lump of emotion blocked what he wanted to say.

She tenderly grabbed one of his gloved hands, and with a gentle, reassuring squeeze, led him to the sofa.

She would sit down, her hands patting her lap in a soothing rhythm.

Sephiroth slowly yielded to her warm embrace, feeling his tension melt away as he nestled into her lap.

As she ran her fingers through his silky, silver locks, his exhausted sobs filled the air, speaking of his friends who had left Shinra and his struggle to not fight them.

She would validate his emotional turmoil, telling him it's not wrong to not want to hunt down his friends.

She affirmed that no matter what happened with his friend's desertion, she would be there to support him. She will be his anchor.

Sephiroth's voice was a broken whisper as he asked, "How would you know that?" before his sorrow took hold of him again.

The Darling's following silence said more than words could, as her body radiated a caring warmth.

Late into the night, Sephiroth finally calmed down, thanking his darling for all what she does.

Sephiroth took the following few days off after that night.

During those few days, he was like a toddler, clinging to his darling with a firm grip.

He paid no attention to requests for mission briefings or other duties that called for his attention.

He needed some quality time with his darling, just the two of them.

  ༻❁༺ To Soothe his Darling with Daddy Needs:

Sephiroth will pick his darling up often, either princess carry or having her straddle his waist. She'll nestle her head into his chest or neck, depending on how he's carrying her. Her emotional breakdowns are rare, but when they happen, it'd be like a scorching heat, searing into their memories. When Sephiroth was once assigned to a long mission, her separation anxiety would overwhelm her, making her feel like she was being ripped in two.

One day, his darling came to him, her hands trembling as they covered her chest, her eyes are filled with sorrow as she bid him goodbye on his mission.

Sephiroth discerned a slight, airy shake in her voice. It's her unique, unmistakable cue for the breakdown that was coming.

Sephiroth immediately stepped in front of her, shielding her emotional state from any curious onlookers.

The darling's inner little girl was overcome with fear when she realized what she had done wrong.

Sephiroth spoke with a stern voice, instructing her to follow him to his office.

His expression was composed and collected, but his eyes radiated deep-seated affection and concern for his darling as they walked.

When they were in the privacy of his office, his darling lowered her head, expecting Sephiroth to chide her for what she just done in public. Her struggle to hold back the emotion unravels within her.

Before she blurt out an apology, he gently lifts her chin.

He'd look deep into her eyes, his thumb gently caressing her cheek as he told her he'd come back.

He would find it impossible to leave her side, as the sight of her in such distress was too much for his heart to bear.

He attempted to find the words that will console her, but finds himself tongue-tied.

He settled on the best action to take: He scooped her up into his arms and held her securely against his chest as he carried her to the office's sofa.

After adjusting the cushions to her liking, he'll nestle next to her.

He stayed by her side, a silent but powerful reminder of his support, as she worked through her emotional breakdown.

When his darling's tears faltered, she gave him a faint, grateful smile in appreciation.

Sephiroth's voice was gentle as he instructed her to take a few deep breaths,

Calmness will surge through her as she opened her mouth.

He heard the teasing lilt of her voice, "I'm a big girl, I can manage without you for a while," and felt her peck his cheek as she giggled afterwards.

Despite his desire to stay, Sephiroth knew he had to trust her and prepare himself for his departure.

Just as he finally departs, he'd give her a mischievous grin and whisper that if she's a good girl while he's away, he'd reward her.

As soon as his mission is accomplished, he will dash to his darling and hold her close, pouring out all of the love and adoration that he had been saving up for her.

He revealed he had taken the time to sneak her a souvenir gift, showing he hadn't forgotten her during his lengthy mission.

His heart then would leapt with joy when he saw her eyes light up in delight at it.

He'd shower his darling with attention and adoration for the rest of that evening, feeling fulfilled to offer the same care he yearned for himself.

Headcanons over! It was fun writing those, so now, let's jump to the analysis!

 ༻❁༺ The negative side: This switching mechanism will lead to the development of intense separation anxiety, for both Sephiroth and his darling. And it will become a major point of concern for Shinra. They would see her as a distraction for their top hunting dog. Sephiroth is savvy enough and will take extra care to ensure that he and his Darling keep their affections private from Shinra and other prying eyes. This ultimately would be one of the major reasons for Sephiroth (and the darling if she is SOLDIER/VALKYRIE) to desert them.

As I echoed with Seph supporting a darling with an anxiety/panic disorder, two hurt people sharing each other's pain and healing it is a beautiful thing. Sephiroth and Darling will give each other the strength they need to work through their individual difficulties and grow as individuals. Not to mention, Darling and Sephiroth's inner child are comforted by the enveloping presence of the other, who protects them from the trauma that lingers.

It is essential to note the Darling will develop Electra tendencies toward Sephiroth, and Sephiroth's will develop Oedipal tendencies toward the darling due to their mutually dependent bond. A very long separation of these two individuals would be emotionally devastating for both.

 ༻❁༺ Now, for a Dark/Yandere Sephiroth:

His inclusion in this post is necessary to explore more of the destructive side of the daddy issues and mommy issues co-existing. In this case, the switching mechanism only enables the worst ventilation of both issues. Yandere Sephiroth would prey on his darling's daddy issues and use her as a vessel to vent his mommy issues. Sephiroth, in general, is the Crisis Cutie because he is an emotional powerhouse. He exhibited a rollercoaster of intense emotions, from rage to sorrow, due to his various crises throughout the FF7 series. I tie my writings to that by having showcasing how (Sane) Sephiroth with his darling is learning to be more vulnerable and open with his emotions by discovering healthy outlets with her. Now his Dark/Yandere counterpart with a darling? He releases his powerful emotions freely and without boundaries, all while the darling absorbs them, because she is addicted to him, his love and attention in particular.

Even with a darling with no daddy issues, he make will her hopelessly devoted to him, eventually. He would keep his darling isolated and make sure that he was the only person she felt connected to. She would hug him tightly, squeezing him close, and never wanting to let him go. And Sephiroth is a magnificent bastard. He would carefully measure the right amount of attention and affection to give to her, to keep him elevated, and her begging. Her world will become him. He will shatter her spirit, in the same way, his had been shattered... He controls her not out of sadism (though he is sadistic), but fear of her leaving him. He takes every precaution to make sure he never loses her, no matter what. When it comes to physical relations, I'd wager that straddling and spooning would be very common, especially when Yandere Sephiroth is playing the daddy role.

But anyways, I absolutely loved this question, thank you for asking it! I'd imagine these issues will play into Sephiroth and his darling's sex life as well. NSFW follow-up here!

Thank you for this interesting ask!

[mactavishwritings]

hi. i’m gonna rant for a minute. feel free to skip :-)

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i saw this post of insta and it’s that trend of like “are we ____ in every universe?” and it was dad and daughter. it made me think of my own father and the fact that he’s not in my life anymore (yes i have daddy issues. shocker?)

i tell people i met that my dad passed because i don’t see him as my dad anymore. i am heartbroken by all these wedding videos of dads walking their daughters down the aisle and dancing with them. i will never get that. i have no father figure in my life because of how selfish he was.

i cannot fucking stand the videos of people like “omg haha i have daddy issues. i like older men and calling them daddy!” no. you don’t get it. you will never understand the hatred and loneliness. you’ll never walk by a family and ask “why not me?”

it’s simply not the same and i WILL NOT hear otherwise. having daddy issues isn’t a trend and it’s not hot or kinky. shut the fuck up. literally shut up. i miss my dad so much and i hate my dad so much. i had to leave him in my past to heal from the trauma he caused me. yes, there are some effects of daddy issues like turning to older men, but that’s not all it is.

i’d give anything to have had a normal childhood and to not be like how i am now. i’m terrified whenever i see him in me

[burgerspeople]

Six Sentence Sunday

“I don’t like sports,” Jimmy Jr. reminded his dad, his voice tight with irritation.

“You’re gonna have to get good at a sport if you want any shot of going to college because god knows your grades won’t get you any help.”

Will sucked in his bottom lip to stop himself from saying something. After all, they were trying to keep things on the down low, so it was probably best to keep his mouth shut and not say anything that would trigger a possible argument between the two.

Tagging @theangrypomeranian @sailoreuterpe @br1ghtestlight and whoever else wants to play along lol

[anxious-lee]

is it weird that i also just want a father figure to tickle me? the kind ive never had? i want a kind and nurturing dad to cheer me up when i'm sad and hold me in his arms and play corny little tickle games that parents play with their kids. i want to feel as loved and as safe as ive ever been when he tickles me.

[lukacouffainesurvivingoncaffeine]

Do you ever just dady issues

[lunarninja613]

Me: I want to make posts talking about how I wish Crosshair was my dad.

That one part of my brain: Shut up, nobody wants to hear about your daddy issues!

[momthesearemydinnerguests]

For real though, fuck men who make you cry in every single goddamn conversation and then tell you you're the problem.

[kittieshauntedourfantasy]

I'd like to hear one fun fact about an oc of your choice please :+)

WAYNE BURTON!!!!! DADDY ISSUES!!!!!!! :DDDDD

[sumsortacryptid]

I know nobody fucking reads these little blog posts so like ima just vent and be 100% right now.

I think I have daddy issues. Not the weird sexual ones. Like the “I desperately crave a father figure” ones. I love my biological dad so much. But he’s so emotionally absent. He helped me out a lot when I was starting to show signs of severe mental illness in high school. But he gradually just stopped answering texts. I don’t blame him. I’ve gotten a lot better, and I’ve grown into a young adult. But one of the hard things about becoming a young adult is that you begin to really see how you and your parents differ. I’ve talked this over a lot with my psychiatrist. And I’m considering talking to my university counseling center about it during January. It’s so hard knowing that my dad only really opens up when he’s drunk. I don’t like him when he’s drunk, it scares me. He loses his filter. He isn’t an asshole when he drinks, nothing like that. But I just don’t feel close to him and it hurts so badly. I want somebody to tell me that I’m doing a good job, I want somebody that I can trust and talk about my feelings to. Getting groomed as a teenager was so, so fucking damaging. I genuinely have trouble with my relationships because I am so completely and utterly traumatized. If I receive even a tiny amount of praise, it feels like I’m walking on clouds. If somebody takes the time to explain something to me without it being a bother to them, it makes me wanna cry because I’m not used to that. Idk I’ll probably delete this shit later. But goddamn the holidays aren’t like they used to be. I still feel like a little kid. But the world has moved on from me.

[maddipoof]

sometimes i just get the rush of remembering that time (like 3 weeks ago) when my mom made me try to tell my dad my problems with him so we could talk it out…i cried harder than i have in YEARS and he almost left until she told him that’s not allowed

and then the next day we acted like it didn’t even happen

[its-simply-just-krys]

“Mouthful of Forevers”, Clementine von Radics

[tumbler-polls]

Submitted by @homochaotic-chic

[satirredraws]

You can never go back.

[bunniibpd]

12 years later, i'm still suppressing my emotions

[cats-depression-diary]

I have my father's rage inside of me. And it's getting bigger and bigger, I can't stop it this time. It's killing me, I don't wanna turn into him, I hate this man sooo much, he has ruined my life.

[lunarninja613]

Some people: Wow, this fictional character is so cool, hot, etc. I'm in love with them! 😍💘

Me: I choose this snarky, slightly emotionally distant, kinda cold, intimidating fictional character to be my father figure! 😃