They make you feel bad about feeling bad

It can be extremely painful when you’re trying to share your hurt over a grievance—or even abuse, enacted by them or another family member—only to be left feeling like you hurt them by bringing it up. When your own words are used against you or you are told “Why can’t you let that go?,” effectively minimizing your negative experiences.

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