I’ve posted, and over shared here, about my toxic biological family. I have a new person to add to the toxic group: an uncle wh0 is a brother 0f my biological mother. I really think these “adults” need to grow up.
Toxic family systems are dysfunctional environments where harmful behaviors, emotional neglect and unhealthy patterns shape self-perception, relationships and emotional well-being. Some characteristics of toxic families often include exhibiting persistent dysfunction, including manipulation, criticism and unrealistic expectations.
And, wow, did that happen recently as I was trying to find time to see an out-of-state uncle who was in town. Based on our plans to be elsewhere, I didn’t have a lot of time to try to see him. (This led to a comedy of errors, which made me think I was stupid to try to make this happen.)
All humor aside, it’s why managing the effects of a toxic family system is about finding ways to cope and heal by recognizing toxic patterns and setting boundaries.
For me, I limit exposure to harmful behaviors and toxic people. This protects my mental health. For me, this is about boundaries and h0w I will and will not allow others to treat me. I don’t care who you are. Don’t treat me like crap. I won’t allow it.
I won’t take this abuse, nor do I want to be a part of toxicity on this level, biological family or not. My peace is too important to me.
Ok, bye bye…..
