I am the eldest of two - and the standard stereotype did and has always applied. While I could do nothing right and was constantly in trouble he was the darling baby who could do no wrong. As an adult this glaring difference in our treatment by primarily my mother is as bad as ever. I have gone through a great deal of crises in my life including living hand to mouth on assistance. I have never seen a dime from my parents. My little brother on the other hand is 49, has a great job, still goes to them for money and bailouts. Meanwhile he has never lifted a hand while I have been expected to help out around the house regularly.

I have a great deal of issues regarding my self worth and low opinion of myself. After 50 years of being told I wasn't good enough I of course believe it to the point of it being debilitating.