The letter discusses a woman's emotional pain stemming from her family's dismissive attitudes, particularly her father's. She expresses feelings of being marginalized and hurt, compounded by her and her husband's health issues. Abby suggests exploring low-cost counseling options to seek personal strength rather than repairing family dynamics. The importance of self-care, recognizing one's worth, and seeking support in alternative ways are emphasized as pathways to healing.
I am the only daughter in a family with four brothers. My family treats me like I don't exist. It hurts deeply knowing my father doesn't even like me.
I can't afford a psychologist. If I could, I would go to one. My heart aches for someone in my family to care about me.
You may be able to get the help you need by contacting your county health department and asking about low-cost counseling services.
I cannot fix your family - no one can. But that doesn't mean you can't strengthen yourself, which is what you may need to do.
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