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[quote=Anonymous]Can you bring her back to the big picture? If she's complaining about the cashier at the grocery store or whatever, can you say "Mom, in the scheme of things you've got it pretty good. Health is good, you can please yourself, [etc.]. Let's talk about how your garden is doing [or whatever you want to change the topic to]." Repeat act of not really engaging the complaint and trying to change the subject. And don't be afraid to just get off the phone if she keeps carping. Is your mom a bad listener when you tell her your problems? Don't forget that many people become more "me-centric" as they get older and their world narrows. Have you flat out asked her to come visit you and see the grandkids? How far away does she live? Do you have any siblings? Sorry, OP. It sounds like a difficult situation. [/quote]
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