Posted by AuntieMel on August 11, 2004, at 15:57:32
In reply to My stepfather is making me CRAZY, posted by woolav on August 10, 2004, at 8:24:49
Bummer.....
It's tough to be put in that position. And it's probably equally hard for your mom. In a way it puts her in the middle of the mess. And I'd imagine that living with that for so many years would erode her self confidence. Which might be why she stays.
You do have to put yourself first. And refuse to be manipulated. But does that mean you have to shut your mom out? Can you meet for lunch or shopping sometimes? It would probably help her, too, to see you getting stronger.
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