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Demetra2
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I’m so sorry to hear about your problems with your mother. I had a very dysfunctional mother also and I was very relieved to have two priests tell me that my loyalties had to be with my husband and children. Dysfunctional parents always use “honor your mother and father” as a way to manipulate their children with FOG which stands for fear, obligation and guilt. You are not dishonoring your mother by making her live with the consequences of her actions. You need to protect your health, family and finances from her irresponsible actions. Please don’t feel guilty about that! And talk to your priest and a therapist because they will reassure you that you are honoring your mother by not enabling her. They can also give you the courage to stand up to her and what action to take in the future. Best wishes and I’ll pray for you.