Posted by DannaB on April 12, 2007, at 22:31:03
My mom is not the best listener or conversationalist. I know that no one is perfect, and I'm happy that she is there to talk to. However, she just drives me nuts sometimes. She always asks leading questions, and she gives advice when it's not really necessary and I just want someone to lend an ear. It can be really frustrating to talk to her!!!Anyway, sometimes I just get so annoyed with her that it makes me grumpy. Then I get really mad at myself for not being a nicer daughter and for being moody. My therapist seems to think that this is why I get depressed...that instead of accepting that everyone gets annoyed or moody sometimes, and that I'm not perfect, I feel that these feelings are unacceptable and when I have them I turn them against myself.
I feel so guilty when I get annoyed with her. Anyone else get this way with their family members? Why can't I just be calm and happy and nice all of the time?
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thread:749415
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