Dear Thelma: My mother hates me and my family doesn’t care


I used to be very close with my mother when I was young, but slowly that love has turned into bitter hatred. Time and again, I have seen her side with my sister and talk about her in a more positive light. I am always the bad one, no matter what I do to please her. It took me many years to accept that I will never be good enough for her, and I’ve learned to distance myself from her.

At the same time, I have ceased giving her money since she made it very clear who she loves more. To her, financial support equals love. When I slowly gave her less money, she became increasingly hostile with her words. She made it clear that I was not worth anything to her. But she gets generous allowances and gifts from my father and sister so she’s never short of comforts.

Limited time offer:
Just RM5 per month.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month
RM5/month

Billed as RM5/month for the 1st 6 months then RM13.90 thereafters.

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
   

Next In Family

Katz Tales: Rise of the executive fat cat
In-home euthanasia for pets provides comfort and dignity
Heart and Soul: A tribute to Dr Jayaraman Munusamy
After retirement, every ringgit counts
Something new, something old this Raya
StarSilver: What's the path to lasting joy?
How co-viewing content with kids can help parents bond with them
While most consumers order cookies for Hari Raya, some still bake their own
Wash your pet’s bowls to prevent salmonella
Medical university dean and cancer survivor wants to make difference in healthcare industry

Others Also Read