Hi Vibrating Obsidian,
Thank you for posting about your feelings and experiences. I think that many of us felt the same at certain point. Unless, I did. I mean, I do, sometimes. I feel that I give too much and I don't get reciprocal love, particularly from my family. It is disheartening. Before, I tried to embrace everyone by accepting their limitations. Now, it is harder. I am disappointed. Maybe, I am wrong, but to me, this situation transcends our individual cases. I think this is about a quick transformation in our society. People are becoming more and more isolated and self-centered. This has many roots and not only one, but it is devastating at many levels. We can get some tailored solutions for ourselves but real, long lasting solutions will need jointly reflections and actions.
I am sending you a big hug and I wish you strength