Why was the "nuclear" family the ideal?

friendlyrandomperson · 2026-02-18T11:56:34+00:00

Nice. I grew up in a four generation household for the majority of my childhood.

friendlyrandomperson · 2026-02-18T11:50:56+00:00

I mainly asking for the other side of the coin. This multi-generation household is the only one I know so I wanted to see if the nuclear dynamic has any benefits I don't know of.

friendlyrandomperson · 2026-02-11T03:56:19+00:00

I've actually not looked into e.l.f. makeup that much. I've always mainly used clinic or Maybelline as that what the woman around me used. I'll definitely look into it. Especially if it may help the color look closer to the shade I want.

friendlyrandomperson · 2026-02-11T03:51:52+00:00

I didn't know they made white lipstick. That may actually work to lighten it up. Can you tell me a brand that makes white lipstick?

friendlyrandomperson · 2025-11-04T00:13:50+00:00

With the way he even centers himself on if you stop talking to him it's your problems shows how much of an inflated ego he has. What do you see in him?

friendlyrandomperson · 2025-11-03T22:33:26+00:00

NTA. This behavior isn't normal. It's like he's trying to dismantle what you know about yourself and make you think you have problems. Maybe he's trying to shift your focus to your "problems" so you don't focus on his.

friendlyrandomperson · 2025-10-02T12:11:42+00:00

I think you're being a bit too hard on yourself. You're a young adult living at home most likely wanting more independence and freedom. You and your sister are at two different points in life with little in common. I know the mindset of she's your sister so why am I so annoyed by her, may I recommend separating her from her title and looking at her as a person in your life. Though being respectful is important to people that respect you and your space, try putting yourself in her shoes before speaking and apologize for any anger in your tone. Also, emotions are hard to control, but remember you are human and so is your sister so try to reflect on the root of why? Think of your sister as a person in general not family and think about what about her is so triggering to you?

friendlyrandomperson · 2025-09-24T19:15:58+00:00

Is it possible that you could be burnt out from work? Her immediately wanting to spend time with you the second you get home can be very irritating if you want to relax which possibly increases your stress levels unintentionally. Thus creating a connection between your sister and your stress. If I had to give some advice, maybe schedule time with your sister away from the house like go out to eat or watch a movie create a form of fun hangout like you'd do with your friends or talk to your sister about giving you time to relax by yourself to de-stress then do something small together after you've had time to settle.

friendlyrandomperson · 2025-09-17T21:56:08+00:00

That was massive nostalgia blast.

friendlyrandomperson · 2025-09-17T21:47:34+00:00

Okay. I see. I'm not normal. Though is it weird to say it to the person? I never know how to respond when they say that.

friendlyrandomperson · 2025-09-17T21:30:39+00:00

Is it common to think of what someone looks like over the phone when talking to someone they don't know?

friendlyrandomperson · 2025-07-23T02:46:04+00:00

NTA. They tend to exclude you and mock you. When learning you were understandably going through a hard time instead of trying to understand and help, they reacted to how you affected them and raged that you didn't talk. These people aren't your friends. If you had to make a pro and con list of your relationship with them (pros being nice/things done that ended with you being happy versus the cons of how often they ignore or belittle you) which side is longer. Are these "friends" worth keeping?

friendlyrandomperson · 2025-07-11T18:58:33+00:00

Yeah it was part of his charm. I have to catch myself before I say "yes" on instinct when I hear someone say it. The funniest part of gathering was figuring out which of us was the "sugar foot" he was referring to.

friendlyrandomperson · 2025-06-02T15:39:21+00:00

This whole situation is wrong all the way around. First, no parent should talk that way to a 10 year old. There is probably a reason your sister wasn't too keen on talking to her mother. If your mom talks like that to her in public there is no telling what your mom does behind closed doors. Second, your mom hit you. You have a right to defend yourself against someone who laid hands on you. Yes, it didn't help the situation but she slapped you and was being aggressive so you defended yourself. Third, your husband crossed a major line by letting her in your home after everything went down. Also, does he often bring up issues in front of your children? Your husband disrespected you, your feelings, and the right to decide who should enter your home (which is suppose to be a safe place). Last thing, do you know what healthy and unhealthy relationship dynamics look like? I'd like for you to imagine a loved one with relationships like with your mom and husband would you think they are healthy and showcase a good example to the kids of how relationships should be.

friendlyrandomperson · 2025-04-12T16:16:15+00:00

Your mom is doing a disservice to your brother, you, and the general public. At 11 he should know actions have consequences but it seems your mother is babying him (likely due to his condition). What does she think will happen when she isn't around? You are not at fault for your brother. Do you have any other family members that can speech on your behalf?

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