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Bad morning. Can it just be Friday already?
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<blockquote data-quote="bigbear11" data-source="post: 552846"><p>I am not sure that you need a therapist as much as just set some boundaries with her... I know easier said than done. But you said that she will not change and that this is the type of Mom she is. So it is up to you. </p><p></p><p>Tell her up front that you are doing the best you can and while you appreciate the advice (whether or not you do), it is adding to your stress and you would prefer not to discuss it. Then everytime she starts in on it say something like "nice to talk to you... but I gotta go" or blatantly change the subject. Be nice about it but do not engage. If you know that is what the email is about then delete it. Don't type back to her. Just like we don't (or try not to at least) with our difficult children. This allows you to keep a decent relationship but she will get the point. Even if she doesn't, at least you are exerting some control and setting healthy boundaries. </p><p></p><p>You have enough stress in your life without dealing with her telling you this type of stuff. Even if she means well it is not helpful to you.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="bigbear11, post: 552846"] I am not sure that you need a therapist as much as just set some boundaries with her... I know easier said than done. But you said that she will not change and that this is the type of Mom she is. So it is up to you. Tell her up front that you are doing the best you can and while you appreciate the advice (whether or not you do), it is adding to your stress and you would prefer not to discuss it. Then everytime she starts in on it say something like "nice to talk to you... but I gotta go" or blatantly change the subject. Be nice about it but do not engage. If you know that is what the email is about then delete it. Don't type back to her. Just like we don't (or try not to at least) with our difficult children. This allows you to keep a decent relationship but she will get the point. Even if she doesn't, at least you are exerting some control and setting healthy boundaries. You have enough stress in your life without dealing with her telling you this type of stuff. Even if she means well it is not helpful to you. [/QUOTE]
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