Posted by zenhussy on April 17, 2007, at 11:39:03
In reply to Stalemate, posted by scratchpad on April 16, 2007, at 11:28:50
the situation sounds sad yet protecting yourself is what you must attend to first....you've learned so much about the importance of self care over the past few years. you've done much to build up those supports and maintain them and this is a testing of the mettel of your boundaries.
it probably doesn't feel like a victory to know that you're able to step back and put your needs first but it is one.
surround yourself with allies who believe in your right to not be involved in this fray between father and daughter. you have the right to keep your sanity separate from the insanity created within families.
you feel how you feel. allow yourself that regardless of their issues. tc and stay strong.
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