Hey @Symphony7 👋
You sound like a super caring person and someone who knows what they need to feel good. So I can understand why you've reached out for some advice and reassurance about this situation.
Lots of people share your experience in sole parent families and also other family dynamics. I am also the child of a sole parent, and I can relate to your post. You are not alone with this experience, and we are here to listen to you.
It's so tough when you care so much about someone, but they also make you feel guilty for meeting your own needs.
It can be especially tricky with your parent, and I found talking to a counsellor about this kinda stuff helped me realise that I shouldn't feel as though I'm betraying anyone by looking after myself. Do you think that could be helpful for you?
Having a good relationship with your mum is a shared responsibility, and as hard as it is, we can hold compassion for our parents whilst also holding onto what feels right to us.
You are your own person, carving out your own path in life, and it sounds like you're doing a fantastic job of it. So I can imagine how hurtful it would be to be told you're a bad person for doing your own thing.
You mentioned feeling anxious at home. Do you feel comfortable opening up a little more about that?
