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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I think you should stop trying to gain her approval by spending so much time, energy, and money on her. She's a bitch. She will always find a reason to find fault with you. You will never win. Let go of trying.[/quote]

This.  The good news is this is an "easy" issue, in terms of what you need to do.  All of the PPs are basically saying the same thing.  That doesn't mean it won't be difficult and emotional.

She isn't going to change.  This is the mother you have.  All you can do is change your behavior and how you react to her.  You need to disengage from her and set boundaries.  My mother is a similarly difficult personality.  Ultimately, you need to let go of any emotional attachment to her, which is really sad and awful and will be hard but, in the end, will also be the most liberating and wonderful thing that could ever happen to you.

If you can afford it, I would find a therapist.  You don't mention your job, but with many employers this might be covered under your health insurance.

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