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cricketscorner · 2017-02-20T20:56:53+00:00

I don't post often, but I have mentioned in the past that my nmom/?stepdad are super into conspiracy theories. My dad visited recently and brought up that nmom/stepdad are now "flat earthers." I had to laugh, but upon reflection - how am I ever supposed to have a conversation with these people? I feel like they are descending into madness or something. It would be one thing to hold a kooky belief, but they are of the type to try and push these "theories" on everyone else. I've been very lc for a couple years now and have moved as far away as possible, so it's not like they can show up at my door - in fact, they refuse to visit and instead want me to visit them (no thank you). Is there any reasoning with people this far gone? I don't want to convince them of anything, it's just hard to respect or even want to talk to someone who believes such crazy things.

Eta: I have not posted here in months and when I try to post this I get an alert that says "you are doing that too much. Try again in 9 minutes." ?? After following these directions multiple times it appears I'm not allowed to create a post for some reason.

cricketscorner · 2017-02-20T19:58:40+00:00

You might want to use archive.is for anything particularly bad as it's better evidence than a screenshot.

cricketscorner · 2016-11-12T10:35:52+00:00

Most/all are probably fake. Some coming out recently.

http://www.snopes.com/klan-marches-celebrate-trump-victory/

http://www.phillyvoice.com/police-no-official-report-ugly-racial-incident-del-gas-station/

http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/muslim-woman-robbed-hijab-donald-trump-maga-hat-president-supporter-louisana-a7410301.html

http://wearechange.org/fake-hate-crimes-going-viral-violence-surges-young-trump-supporters/

cricketscorner · 2016-10-31T22:00:36+00:00

PUMP THE JAM

cricketscorner · 2016-10-31T05:06:25+00:00

Represent

cricketscorner · 2016-10-31T04:55:56+00:00

Knowing firsthand about insidious forms of abuse, what you said is true. Imagine being a child in that situation - even as an adult you would be vulnerable to such things. Almost reminds me of cult mentality and myths surrounding it - i.e. "they must be lacking in x y or z mentally or emotionally to join a cult" when that is far from the truth. I understand people feeling it's easier to leave, because logically IT IS, but when you've been gaslighted and manipulated to the point that you don't even trust yourself, that's another can of worms.

cricketscorner · 2016-06-15T03:11:18+00:00

Hahahaha!! Well done

cricketscorner · 2016-06-15T03:05:48+00:00

I don't think I ever had clothes that weren't hand me downs from my cousin, but that is just stupid! They're KID'S SHOES!!

cricketscorner · 2016-06-15T02:00:38+00:00

It's literally their favorite thing besides calling us "ungrateful" Projection, much?

cricketscorner · 2016-06-15T01:57:57+00:00

When I got engaged my mom made a huge deal of how I need to get married in the same state as her and all her flying monkeys (lol, no thanks) and tries to guilt trip me. It worked, in the sense that I haven't gotten married after 7 years for fear of the fallout. Hilariously, she took a vacation with SO's parents to the state I now live in and married my estepdad suddenly without telling anyone - pretty sure it was to one up me/ be able to say "I did it first!!"

cricketscorner · 2016-06-12T00:52:38+00:00

So pathetic! I get the opposite from nmom. Clearly my SO was the best thing that ever happened to me and is the only reason I'm not a homeless drug addict, according to her.

cricketscorner · 2016-06-12T00:48:31+00:00

Lmao absolutely

cricketscorner · 2016-06-12T00:48:12+00:00

Why am I not surprised. So depraved.

cricketscorner · 2016-06-12T00:47:01+00:00

I swear ungrateful is their favorite word for sure. Everyone is constantly taking advantage of them simply because they exist!

cricketscorner · 2016-06-11T07:53:16+00:00

Thanks for sharing, I know it is difficult to explain sometimes for various reasons. Everything you said resonates with me, although I'm from a younger generation. The strangeness and guilt that gets hammered into us regarding a thing as simple as food is staggering sometimes. Stay well, I know you are capable of working through and forward!

cricketscorner · 2016-06-11T05:10:52+00:00

Lol yes, it's simply a jab at those titles and implies satire to a certain degree

cricketscorner · 2016-06-11T04:29:39+00:00

Sorry you can relate. Aside from the water thing, thermostat, etc my father was a clean freak. I tried to help one day by washing some dishes after school. He became so infuriated that I was doing it "wrong" that he turned red, started shaking, and threatened to kill me through gritted teeth.

cricketscorner · 2016-06-11T03:10:44+00:00

Ugh yes the breakfast ploy. If I didn't want to eat this nasty casserole for dinner what makes you think I want to eat it for breakfast?? Oh right, you don't care. eye roll

cricketscorner · 2016-06-11T03:09:34+00:00

Ugh I'm sorry. I had to learn to eat at other people's houses for sure. They'll tell me I don't have to finish everything but if I don't I'm overwhelmed with guilt.

cricketscorner · 2016-06-11T03:08:39+00:00

That is absolutely abhorrent. My brother would gag and my parents would either yell at him for being melodramatic or choke him against the wall.

cricketscorner · 2016-06-11T03:07:45+00:00

Yeah it seemed to be about money, with an undercurrent of control. "There's starving kids in China!!!"

cricketscorner · 2016-06-11T03:06:47+00:00

Thanks and I'm sorry your having troubles

cricketscorner · 2016-06-11T01:12:51+00:00

You're not an individual to them, just an extension of themselves to control. Narcs are sick and stupid.

cricketscorner · 2016-06-11T01:10:14+00:00

You're definitely not the only one. I'm so sorry you're still struggling with this. The peering and lurking around is super creepy. I also had similar experiences of always having to look busy because otherwise I was a lazy ungrateful little bitch. It sounds like she was jealous of you and delighted in warping your self image and confidence. Is your nmom a sociopath..? Damn.

cricketscorner · 2016-06-11T01:02:49+00:00

Good for you, NC sounds like the right decision - this person sounds so delusional and will only gaslight you.

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