In Daddy's Girl, acclaimed author, therapist, and spiritual guide Safrianna Lughna bares her story as a #daddysgirl through 79 unflinching poems ranging from family bonds to abuse, low self-worth, and loss. This collection navigates the complexities of father-daughter relationships and what it means to stand in our power while unearthing a painful legacy of generational trauma. It is a rallying cry for better and represents a fierce determination to heal.
Safrianna's raw, honest verses chronicle her tumultuous relationship with her father—from childhood adoration to adult estrangement, and finally, to the labyrinth of grief and estate nightmares following his passing. Safrianna's poetry traces her metamorphosis from a people-pleaser to a sovereign woman reclaiming her voice amidst the echoes of past pain.
But, Daddy's Girl is more than just one woman's personal narrative; it is an unfortunate collective story, the shadow of disconnected fathers and generations of abuse passed down like collectibles. It is a wailing cry for those carrying the burden of family wounds and codependency, inviting voices to call out where they are in pain and to be compassionate in the face of each other's suffering. It is an invitation for a better today and tomorrow for us all.
