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After reading the many comments to your post, I go back to lealonnie's comments of July 11. Regardless if your mom will remember anything you say, it's time to tell her how you feel. Trust me, your comments won't make her feel badly, she's a narcissist after all. Being a narcissist with dementia, sadly, what you say won't mean anything to her, but by bringing your feelings out in the open, you may find relief in accepting the fact that you no longer need her love to live your life. It's always the caregiver, you, that bears the brunt of our family's self absorbed utter disregard for other's feelings.

This conversation will be difficult for you, I know it would be for me. Rather than trying to remember what you want to say, write it down and just read it if you have to. Along with that, I still think you need some counseling.
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So glad you found this site. Almost everyone that participates has been thru difficult caregiving, are going thru it at present. There are a lot of people on the forum with lots of advice for us. Hope things will work out for you regarding your mom showing love for you. But i think you already know the answer and good for you for creating boundaries with your mom. Google FOG (fear,obligation and guilt) you will find a lot of information that as you read, you may see signs that you recognize. Blessings to you……..Liz
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