hasunoha

I want you to say it's okay to shake it off

I was born to a father who has always been abusive and abusive.

I was ridiculed for choosing a vocational school as a place to go on to college, and my siblings were judged superior or inferior.
While my mother was in the hospital, I was dependent on alcohol despite doing all the housework for my father who came home from work and couldn't do anything, and said, “You're inferior as a person. living alone? A few years ago, I was told that “there's no way I'll let you cross our threshold and it won't work anyway,” and “when your mother comes back, you won't be able to go anywhere to play.”

I wonder if my mother has been discharged from the hospital in the past few years, and it's quiet, but there was still a lot of disgust, tingling, and my heart was worn out. I feel like my father was forgiven without permission.

My mother was blown away by me, so I can endure it. That said, “My father said this about you” and “My father (my grandfather for me) didn't say such terrible things” in front of me without being able to choose my parents.

I was so furious that I had kept quiet until now over such a trivial matter that I didn't even understand. I went mad at a level where I could hear the big cry even in the neighborhood. Even after that, my anger didn't subside, and I hit things and walls, vomited, and lost my appetite. This is my first time doing this.

I think I have no choice but to live alone, so I decide, but am I a cold person? I want someone to clearly say that it's not my fault and that this anger is justified.

4 Zen Responses

It's OK to get angry, but observe yourself

In terms of Buddhism, it can be said that afflictions such as greed, anger, laziness, pride, etc. cause worry, suffering, and stress.
On the other hand, it is also said that those afflictions will not go away unless you learn through ascetic practice like Buddha.
So it's normal for us to have times when we want to get angry.
You knocked on the wall but didn't kill your father, so you're admirable enough.
Even if it is normal to have worries, it is better not to do murder, stealing, lying, adultery, drinking alcohol, narcotics, etc. as much as possible (worries and suffering can be reduced).
Also, Buddha said, “Everyone loves themselves the most. It was also explained, “That's why you must not hurt others.”
It's OK to get angry or yell at them, but if you go too far, you'll end up regretting it.
Moderate (appropriate) of everything is just right.
The mind (thoughts and feelings) is impermanent, and the mind floats, disappears, and changes moment by moment.
There will always come a moment when anger will pass.
Be careful not to commit violence, gaffes, or illegal acts that you will regret at that time.
When I was sick, I thought, “How many points of anger is this anger out of 100? If 100% anger were to kill, how much anger would it be right now?” Let's observe for ourselves.
If your father complains, say, “They've always said things that hurt me, and think it's better just not to be killed.”

The accumulated screams exploded. There's nothing wrong with you. A natural right

Dad, even though I can't do anything about my surroundings, I can often say bossy things to you. You do the housework, and your father is being taken care of by your daughter.

It's probably the ego of parents who think that it's natural for children to listen to whatever their parents say and take care of their parents. However, there are a number of rants that hurt your dignity. It is said that there have been a lot of hate and rants since ancient times. This is abuse.

Also, dads are less aware of gender equality. They make a fool of you, or make siblings superior or inferior. Women are viewed biased as being inferior. I don't even notice that you're so hurt. Your mother also says and acts that lack consideration for you.

A trivial event was just a trigger, and the screams accumulated up until now exploded, right? It's been really painful up until now. It was frustrating, wasn't it? that was unforgivable, wasn't it? That's good, spit it it out. It happened while trying to protect myself.

It's fine. There's nothing wrong with you. Assertion is a natural right. Become independent from your parents as soon as possible and move on with your life. From now on, parents will also be able to think about their own future. Parents have to keep their children apart too.

Living alone is a precious step towards reclaiming your own life.

Over the years, you've been able to endure verbal violence and an unreasonable environment really well. The first thing I want to tell you is that there is absolutely no need to blame yourself for being a “cold person.”

From a Buddhist point of view, parents are also just immature people with doubts and worries. Just as there are no perfect parents, there are no perfect children who can stay angry no matter how they are treated. The furious anger and impulse you felt this time wasn't something you should be judged for right and wrong, and it was an SOS where you desperately said, “Your life is already at its limit, don't stay here any longer.” It is definitely not wrong that they are not ignoring that cry and are trying to take action.

Leaving home is not about abandoning one's parents, but about taking an “appropriate distance so that we don't hurt each other any more.” There is peace of mind that cannot be protected without physical distance. Leaving is the best choice you can make right now, not only to protect yourself, but also to prevent further conflicts.

Living alone is a precious step for you to take back your own life. Please don't be bound by guilt and take care of your own mind and body first in a new place. I support your decision.

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Engiji Temple Shakujo

You don't need to take insult

I read it.
I feel like I can really understand how angry you are for your father to say such terrible things. I don't know the details about you, your father, or your mother, but I understand your feelings from the bottom of my heart.
If someone says such a terrible thing, let's talk about it so that you can stop by clearly telling them that you are having a very hard time.
Even so, if your father doesn't stop, I think it's preferable to live a firm separation.
Your top priority is for you to live a peaceful life, and your father won't say such ill will or insult you. What your father is saying is an insult, in other words, an act of misconduct. Stay away from misdeeds; you don't have to accept them at all.
Let's live in an environment where you can feel safe.
I sincerely pray that you can survive safely and healthily without being subject to such malice, bad words, or misdeeds, that the people around you respect you, and that everyone can survive peacefully and healthily while respecting each other.
And I will support you from the bottom of my heart.