Hi Purple Heart,
I wish your family could see the supportive, giving person that I now know through the replies that you have offered on my posts.
I am sorry that you have lived your life with judgement and criticism from your family. Perhaps you intimidate them with your honesty and intelligence. Sometimes I find this to be the case in my own family, because I turned my back on the family dynamics and explored the world beyond them for happiness and success. Unfortunately, the early years of abuse inflicted upon me by certain family members still hold me back from happiness at times, but I am determined to conquer these demons, too.
You are NOT asking for too much to have unconditional love from your family. Is there any way you could convey your hurt to them? I know that my own family wouldn't get it, but maybe yours will.
Hugs!!!
Bluemountains