I have a family member who is hypercritical of my every step (I don't cook right, clean right, my job sucks, I spend too much money on clothes, I'm selfish, I drive badly, I'm noisy, what became of me, I'm no good.,)
I spend time with this person only because this person is older (not feeble) & I feel guilty.
I recently (after being prescribed antidepressants/anti anxiety & advice of my MD) started only writing brief letters to this person. No private contact, only in stores, lunch etc in public. No phones, etc.
It feels SOOOOOOO much better & I just noticed this past week my migraines have disappeared!
Also my MD says my anxiety is much better & he will taper down the dose.
So, I think I've answered my own question, but, does this mean I've made the right decision to not see this person?
It's kind of weird, when I (due to family obligation) have to spend time in this person's house, I just leave little notes around, no speaking. It seems to work. Is this wrong
2006-10-02 06:54:13 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
You have made the right decision!
Stay as far away as you can from this family member. I can't believe they verbally abuse you. They are wrong, not you!
Be happy that you made the right decision, and live YOUR life the way you choose to live it! I'm happy for you!
2006-10-02 06:57:43 · answer #1 · answered by marypaz 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its never a good idea to stay in an abusive enviornment. it doesnt matter if they are family or not. you're better off staying away!
2006-10-02 14:01:33 · answer #2 · answered by Surf n' Snow 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
GOOD FOR YOU, MAKE YOUR STAND. THERE IS NO LAW THAT SAYS YOU MUST TOLERATE VERBAL ABUSE FROM A FAMILY MEMBER OR ANYONE ELSE.
2006-10-02 14:13:19 · answer #3 · answered by nwnativeprincess 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no that is not wrong you stood up for yourself! that take a lot of courage to do!
2006-10-02 14:02:23 · answer #4 · answered by Plumerias are from Hawaii! 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋