The expectation that “family takes care of family” can sometimes be taken too far. For example, my brother has asked me to ...

I have complex feelings about my family, which may come across as harsh, but I feel it’s important to explain. They exhibit ...

This ongoing conflict leaves me questioning my decision to step back. Am I in the wrong for prioritizing my own needs?

While I believe in supporting those who face genuine hardship, it is disheartening to see my family ridicule those of us who choose not to enable a cycle of dependency, especially when we are unable ...

I have attempted to maintain a relationship with my family that does not revolve around financial support, but this has led ...

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In a recent Reddit post, Annie, a 28-year-old college student, shared her history of balancing financial obligations at home ...

My mother and I have worked diligently to achieve our successes, often without support from the family. Despite our requests for help during challenging times, we were met with excuses. Now it seems ...

I’d love your perspective on an issue I’m having with my adult daughter, who lives in another state. She visits every Christmas for several days but refuses to ...