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Old Nov 30, 2019, 06:04 PM
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No matter how many books and journal articles I read, podcasts I listen to about gaslighting and narcissism and dysfunctional family systems, I can't find a way to get my brother and sister to change and treat me with respect.
No, often there simply is no changing another person, especially when that other person insists on being distant or toxic/dysfunctional/ overly controlling. It's often especially hard when it comes to a toxic/dysfunctional family in that once you are put into a role, your family members tend to insist you remain in that role.