How is the father’s helplessness brought out in the poem?

Explanation

The helplessness of the father is highlighted through the depiction of the emotional struggle that he undergoes. He is aware of the problem and is willing to resolve it, but is unable to do so. He laments how his son has become a stranger to him. He regrets the lack of a strong emotional bond and proper communication with his son who has alienated him and wishes to start afresh and rebuild their relationship.