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by Philonoe » Sat May 04, 2024 7:51 am
My mother had narcissistic traits. My father I don't know. My siblings grew very insecure, egocentric with some big issues.
I was the one with no drama, smiling and discrete, developed myself outside home. Hiding issues or tears. I feared mother, like a squale, would kill me at the view of blood.
I took distance, took long time to find my way.
Now as an adult, I see them occasionnally. No drama.
Today I have some personal issue and don't want them to know. I just don't want. Just don't, due to their crazy reactions.
Thus, I don't talk to some people who maybe could help me. An aunt, for instance. I made a barrel of protection between them and me.
Thus... am I isolating myself?
Have you experienced isolating yourself by fear of siblings ?
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