I Was Always The Forgotten One In My Family, But Now They Want Me Back....- Reddit Stories
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- Опубликовано: 11 дек 2024
- I Was Always The Forgotten One In My Family, But Now They Want Me Back....- Reddit Stories
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I Was Always The Forgotten One In My Family, But Now They Want Me Back. My Next Decision Will Change Everything In My Life.
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Growing up as the youngest in a family with five siblings, I was overlooked and invisible. My parents were consumed by the needs of my siblings, who faced chronic health and developmental issues, leaving me to fend for myself. I excelled academically and built an independent life, but my achievements were ignored. Despite years of neglect, I eventually created a thriving career, supportive friendships, and a sense of self-worth through therapy.
Recently, my parents unexpectedly reached out, asking me to attend Thanksgiving and take on the role of guardian for my siblings. This request felt like another instance of being valued for what I could do for them rather than who I was. After years of healing, I decided to protect my mental well-being by declining their request and cutting ties.
A surprise visit from my mother and a subsequent call from my brother revealed my father’s declining health and eventual passing. Despite this, I chose not to attend the funeral. It wasn’t out of spite but a recognition that I no longer needed their approval or involvement in my life.
This journey has taught me to prioritize my well-being, establish boundaries, and embrace the chosen family of friends who truly value me. Though painful, I’ve realized that walking away from dysfunctional relationships is sometimes the healthiest choice. Now, I am free to live life on my own terms, unburdened by the expectations and neglect of the past.
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Parents that keep having children when almost all of them have special needs are selfish
Bot or no?
Thank you for sharing your thoughts! It’s definitely a complex and emotional topic. Raising multiple children, especially with special needs, requires immense dedication, but it can also lead to unintended consequences-like neglecting the emotional needs of others in the family.
Mate you did the right thing because you're not a family slave or servant, good luck in your life
Thank you so much for your support and kind words
@RedditFamilyTales you're welcome 😊
So they expect the neglected kid they never gave a crap about to take care of their priority kids? That's an extra kick in the gut given to OP.
The parents have no good communication skills or acknowledge their mistakes of not treating OP equally. The siblings need to go to a home.
She has a life and plans to live her own after not having her parents be in her life.
If they make you this sick. Block them on everything. "We aren't asking for much. Just the test of your life."
They lost her long time ago.
Hmmmmm idk how to feel yet
Same
Dont think OP parents were unreasonable, nor bad people. It must have been awful for her growing up on an enviroment like this, but it wasnt like her parents were bad people either, just seems like a tough situation for everyone
Besides, they didnt even asked her anything for themselves, they were just seeking solace knowing someone would take care of their children after they die
Inferior people problems