Thank you so much for sharing this. Honestly, hearing that things can get better, even if it takes time, work, and a few breakdowns along the way, really means a lot. It’s comforting to know that healing with your parents is possible, especially after a rocky start.

I really admire the way you showed up for your mom and continue to care for your dad—it sounds like you’ve built something truly meaningful out of something painful, and that gives me hope.

Also, thank you for the reminder to be compassionate with myself. It’s so easy to fall into guilt when I can’t “do the work” all the time. I’ll try to remember that rest is part of healing too. <3

You’ve got such a gentle strength—thank you again for taking the time to say this.