Originally Posted by Cat Herder:
Backbone is easier when you tell yourself the truth.
When you are flexible with a family you are choosing to meet their needs over your own family's to be liked. It is more selfish than simply enforcing your policies to meet your family's needs. Martyrdom.
How many times can you choose someone else over your family before your family see's no need in continuing a relationship with you?
Nurture those you love first. They chose to be there, they don't have to be.
Love ❤️ this ^^^
Very valuable advice!
I remind myself often, I’m doing this job to support my family, not ignore them.