Welcome back internet enthusiasts. It’s a cruel world we live in to think that a mother would ever go no contact with her son , but I guess there are always exceptions. Going no contact with someone is just wildly black and white; it leaves no room for atonement, understanding, or resolution. In my opinion, it’s immature. Everyone makes mistakes, and holding it over the person like you’re their judge, jury, and executer is just ridiculous, especially when it comes to family. This brings us to t…

Your family should always come first. That being said, is it appropriate for you to violate your end of a contract if one of the parties breaks it, regardless of who the other party is? The brother who is frustrated is described in the story below. Using financial leverage, the original poster (OP) was able to join his younger brother's wedding party. The brother of OP is planning his wedding, but he's having trouble locating a venue that fits within his budget. As a result, OP graciously volun…

Vacations are supposed to be fun and carefree. Every year, we eagerly anticipate our vacations since it is the time when we can finally let go of our daily responsibilities and focus solely on enjoying all that this world has to offer. The story below is an account of a frustrated friend. The original poster (OP) and her spouse had booked a trip to Bali for themselves and a few friends. Despite being the sole childless couple, they agreed to divide the expenses equally to make sure everything w…

In any kind of connection, romantic or platonic, honesty is paramount. Therefore, how would you react if someone penalized you for telling them the truth? After all, finding the truth isn't always easy. The story below is an account of a protective sister. In an attempt to learn from their mother's mistakes and not repeat them, the original poster (OP) and her sister promised to notify each other right away if they saw any behavior that mirrored that of their mother after becoming parents. Ther…

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Welcome back internet lovers. We all know how important it is to have family, even if we’re not close with them. Our family is our anchor; they’re there for us when we need them, and they’re a support system for us to rely on. When they don’t live up to these basic expectations, it can be very disappointing. Maybe because these people are the closest to us, when things go wrong, the consequences are the most devastating. So many people are cutting contact with their families today, whether it’s…

Know thyself

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. It’s always heartbreaking when a parent isn’t there for you. Growing up without a mother figure or father figure is difficult, and can cause problems in emotional development, attachment styles, and expectations in romantic relationships. It’s hard to navigate the world without adult supervision, even when you’re an adolescent and early adult. We all need a parent there for us. In this Reddit thread, the boy’s parents divorced when he was very…

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Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. Manipulation can look like many things . It can be under the covers of the obvious, not necessarily very noticeable. That’s how it works so well when it does, because it comes when someone least expects it. It sneaks up on you, adding to the frustration and anger when you notice. Divorce can be ugly , and it usually is. It’s not always mutual, and there could be issues with court cases, splitting custody, and finances. At some point, it will al…

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