[*59*]

I have been going through a process of healing from a dysfunctional family for a couple of years. I am just reached the point where I can see that the dysfunctional life I have created just doesn't even work for me anymore. The home I live in just is almost too much to even think of living in. The family although I love them dearly is just too dark and broken. I say all of this to say that I need to somehow figure out what my next move will be to move forward. This is what I have been working for, but even though I know I'm ready I'm scared to step out of the self imposed box of safety. Why is the unknown so scary?

[Patagonia]

Maybe it's the unknown or maybe it's bec of change. Some people don't like change. The older we get the harder it is bec we get comfortable in our patterns.
If you're fortunate enough to make that change & are ready for it then take the first step. Yeah it'll be scary, but think of how much healthier you'll feel.

Not all of us can do that. I'd like to be in your shoes. It takes courage to get yourself ready for the next step so keep going. I'd like to move forward. Fear keeps me in my dead lifestyle.
Wish you all the best.

[courageousone]

Hello, yes change is difficult in many ways but staying in dysfunction is just as hard if not harder to deal with on a regular basis. preparing yourself to leave your safety net is a step in the right direction. Take the leap and see what life has to offer you positive is always better than the negative we all seem to settle for at some point in our lives. The fear will subside with each new day. It is scary trust me i know as i have started my life over 4 different times but today life is full of many blessings that i never thought were possible. I'm rooting for you

[Unrigged64072835]

You're never going to know until you do it. Keep preparing, and work towards that day of freedom. it is scary but also exciting.

[*Laurie*]

Hi *59*, If you want to, could you give some examples of what your family does that is dysfunctional?