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Originally Posted by carcrashonrepeat
I just want to point out that based on your other thread, your friendship is complicated by the fact that you're relying on him for a place to stay in exchange for running errands. You're living together, and you're in his space. You've mentioned before that you have a hard time listening, understanding and communicating with him, which I'm sure adds to the frustration and resentment.......
.......He is being highly critical in a way that reminds me of a parent criticizing their child, and I'm not surprised because you've both established a dynamic where he has to take care of you in some way.
You really need to get out of this situation. Have you been able to acquire another means of income......
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Spot on!
I am unfamiliar with the complexities of the situation but the above response seems to follow exactly my own train of thought and really puts a finger on the problem.
I want to clarify what exactly you are doing to contribute
equally to the living situation. If you cannot financially pay your way there are other manners to do so. Cleaning and cooking being only a few.
Is it that this friend has grown not just resentful but plain tired?
Establish those ground rules you have failed to to so already. Establish the boundaries, and step up to the plate. Do what you can to garner appreciation from this friend.