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Old Oct 08, 2019, 04:55 PM
fern46 fern46 is offline
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Hey Joe, I'm glad you reached out. You are most definitely not alone.

I'm sorry you aren't getting the support you need at home right now. That must be heartbreaking. We expect our loved ones to try to understand the most and sometimes they are the farthest from making the effort. I think in some ways it is their fear that leads to this type of result. Mental issues like these are scary and family members often feel helpless. I think they project this fear in strange and hurtful ways sometimes.

I know you asked your wife to pray for you, but I'm wondering if we could turn that around for a while. Instead of looking for how they could support you, could you try praying for your son and your wife? Give them some space and try not to focus on them so much. Pray that they will find understanding and then spend the rest of your time focused on things that bring you happiness. Sometimes the only support we get is the love we give ourselves. It isn't optimal, but you can be whole and complete without their understanding. Give to them love and pray for their healing and let it be for a while. Perhaps then they might see some change in you and then be inspired to change themselves. Perhaps not, but either way you'll be on a healthier road full of more joy than you have now. They won't feel like they need to give or fix anything and you won't feel like they are letting you down. Get your support from here or other places and see how that goes for a while. Leaving on bad terms won't fix this. It may be the right call, but it needs to happen in a healthy way.

Just my two cents. Take only what resonates. I'm glad you're here. I hope you find the company and support to be of service. Oh, and I will most certainly send positive vibes your way and say a prayer.
Thanks for this!
Hudson65