Unresolved grief often appears as longing, insecurity, anger, or overcompensation. A father wound is the emotional pain caused by an absent, neglectful, or abusive father figure. Healing this wound can create more inner freedom to avoid an unlived life. by Mark Shelvock and Karima Joy, MSW, RSW, Ph.D. “Where are the men?” the little prince asked, politely. The flower had once seen a caravan passing. “Men?” she echoed. “I think there are six or seven of them in existence. I saw them, several years ago.