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Originally Posted by BlueMerleGirl
I am sorry you're struggling so much. I can't relate exactly to your situation but I do understand what it's like to have family who "love" you and want to help but you just don't feel like you can be emotionally close. I have two much older siblings and I can't relate to either of them, and my parents are gone, it sometimes feels like I don't really have family.
What about friends? Do you have any close friends that are men who can relate to you better? I think you just need to accept your sisters for what they are. They do care about you which is great. They like to hold things over your head which sucks, so just do your best to get to the point where you don't need their help. And focus on the good parts of your relationship with them. And what they can't provide you can try to find elsewhere from other people.
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Yes, I have close friends that are men. One of who has been my best friend for 4 years. He's an older brother to me in everything but blood. He has helped me work through so many of issues. I am forever grateful to him.
I actually talk to him first whenever a problem arises. In any situation, he is always the first to know. In all honesty, without him, I wouldn't be here today. He has saved me so many times.
Right now, I feel a bit more accomplished. I managed to get two jobs without needing help from my family. I'm currently working so I can save up for school. I'm also starting my senior year of college this August, so there is that. It's a small step to becoming an independent adult, but it's a step nonetheless.