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Casper Moore's avatar

I'm unable to comment on your Part One post but it resonated a lot.

I'm unfortunately in very close proximity to my mother and it's something that causes a lot of internal conflict that I'm working on until I can hopefully, maybe, get physical distance again.

I'm reassured to read your story and will be reading more.

My therapist said something that has really helped me in reframing my shame and guilt about not wanting anything to do with my mother, despite decades of manipulation, emotional abuse (some physical) and a littany of other things - which was:

"you didn't consent to being born, she consented and chose to have a child - you don't owe her anything and you are not responsible for her"

try telling my mother that though... 😬 Apparently everything in the world is my fault and I'm entirely responsible and at fault for her life, feelings and mental health...

Anyway, thanks again for sharing 🫶🏻

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Claire Venus ✨'s avatar

This is such a powerful piece you’re so inspiring. It will be 3 years since I broke up with my only sister this year. I resonate with a lot of what you write here. 💖

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