After having a fight with my mom I packed my belongings and had a cop drive me to the local women's shelter. My mom had been lashing out on me for the whole week and I just couldn't take it anymore so I left. Now my mom is upset and doesn't want to have anything to do with me. I've been abused both physically and emotionally by her, but she just thinks she's doing it for my own good. the night before, I prayed on it. I first prayed for my friends who were facing tough situations then I prayed for mine. could this have been an answer to my prayers?
2006-08-26 04:32:28 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
I don't think you were irrational after having put up with it for all that time. I doubt that you will get her to understand what she is doing, a person has to admit they have a problem before they can fix it. Keep praying for yourself and your mom, and hand it over to God to do what He will direct you to. God bless you , I am sorry you had to do it this way , but it may have been the only hope for you.
2006-08-26 04:45:39 · answer #1 · answered by auntkarendjjb 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's sad that you've been the victim of abuse. Perhaps your mom has some mental health issues and needs to get these addressed. Or perhaps that is the way she was raised and so it is natural to her. Regardless, you have made a wise decision at present by removing yourself from the situation and getting into a shelter. It is sad that your mom is so upset at present but hopefully over time she will begin to feel remorseful and realize how important you are in her life. Prayers are often answered and not always as we wished but in the long run usually end up with good results. Keep your safety first and do not move home until you are sure that things have changed and that your mental and physical health is not jeopardized. Perhaps you and your mom can take some form of counselling together that may help with her angry control also. Best of luck to you.
2006-08-26 11:43:01 · answer #2 · answered by crazylegs 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be. We do not always know how God will answer but we can trust that all things work for good for those who love the Lord. I pray that others will have good advice for you and that God will put helping people in your path. Be open to possibilities and try to forgive your mom although it may be wise to avoid contact for a while. Your age is not mentioned, but I assume you are old enough that you may be able to find a part time job and start working towards your adult independence.
2006-08-26 11:39:25 · answer #3 · answered by anteater 69 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well, you don't say how old you are. If you are over 17 I would say, yes, you made the right decision. However, do you have any friends or family you can stay with instead of a women;s shelter.
The best thing you can do is remove yourself from an unhealthy environment. Just make sure you are not moving from one unhealthy environment to another....
good luck!
2006-08-26 11:38:39 · answer #4 · answered by cyndi71mom 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that you made wise decision to move out from abusive situation. I do not what was the course of your mother anger. I hope that you will be able to support yourself and that in the future you will reconcile with your mother. Good luck.
2006-08-26 11:38:53 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, your decision was not irrational. Hopefully, it will show her how seriously off track things are. And you will get a better picture of things when you talk to a counselor. It's very possible this was the answer to prayers.
2006-08-26 11:36:45 · answer #6 · answered by beez 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should listen to your mother because she probably knows more about whatever you're arguing about than you do. HOWEVER, if she starts to physically abuse you, she is no longer acting logically and I think getting out of there is probably a good idea.
2006-08-26 11:36:51 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you made a good decision because if you would had stayed then she could of really hurt you and the feeling that she has is hurt because she finally realized what she did .so dont worry everything is going to be fine
2006-08-26 11:37:47 · answer #8 · answered by energizer bunni 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you did the right thing.... keep praying about it and you'll make it. unfortuantely for whatever reason your mother does not sound like she has your best interest in mind, so just do you right now and get yourself together. good luck.
2006-08-26 11:49:47 · answer #9 · answered by Btieti 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You made the right decision.IF you are under 18,visit your nearest social services agency and report your mom,she needs help!!
2006-08-26 11:36:29 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋