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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]+1 to all that's been said.

Other ways of walking on eggshells would include being a people-pleaser, feeling obsessed with being "good". Overachieving student, best at extracurriculars, constantly "a joy to have in class". Just trying not to give them any reason to take things out on me. Knowing how to mix their preferred drinks from a young age. Knowing how to keep secrets and what not to say to teachers, coaches, etc. about home life. Not having a parent present for your performances, games, anything that matters to you as a kid because they're blitzed. Not wanting to have friends over.

Developing relationships (both friendships and romantic) with people who treat you badly, because that's what you know. Not really knowing who you are as a young adult, because so much of your identity has been defined by your parent's alcoholism.

Hopefully leaving home as soon as possible and finding a good therapist.[/quote]

I remember reading something about finding sexual chemistry with people who allow you to relive your childhood dynamics and that was the moment I realized I needed therapy. I looked for men who were toxic and abusive because my of my drunk mother. [/quote]

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