Yeah I was the family scapegoat. I’ve been able to forgive (mostly) but can’t forget. I try to be there for my parents - visits, checking on them, etc - but I hold them at arm’s length emotionally. They want real closeness but I just can’t open myself up to that. And I feel guilty about it but then I remind myself that it’s their own fault. You reap what you sow!
Forgetting would put you at risk, you’re doing the right thing remembering and maintaining a distance. I’m sorry they don’t see your true worth cos we really do
Yeah I was the family scapegoat. I’ve been able to forgive (mostly) but can’t forget. I try to be there for my parents - visits, checking on them, etc - but I hold them at arm’s length emotionally. They want real closeness but I just can’t open myself up to that. And I feel guilty about it but then I remind myself that it’s their own fault. You reap what you sow!
Forgetting would put you at risk, you’re doing the right thing remembering and maintaining a distance. I’m sorry they don’t see your true worth cos we really do
Thanks Lady! :)