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[quote=Anonymous]I read your post and DH and I are in the same boat. If there's any positive here, it's that you have a great template for what not to do, so your DC never has to feel the same. (I am constantly reminding myself that it's a privilege to be my DD's mom so I don't repeat my fam's of origin's mistakes.)

Also, this might sound incredibly vapid, but make sure to exercise. The healthy endorphins scrub at the sadness. And consider throwing a party. It's a big pain in a$$ and you'll be happy for the quiet when it's over.

In short, there's no short-cut. You are in charge of making the series of small, positive actions to carve out the life you want. Therapy could def help.

Something that makes me feel better when the extended fam is especially rotten-- I remind myself their dysfunction isn't necessarily personal. They aren't built for providing love and emotional support. Going to them for either is like hiring a mechanic to paint your house. Results will vary.

Love and protect your inner eight-year-old the way they need to be loved. Only you know how. Sending you hope, love, and most of all, peace.

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