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Has your parent ever told you that you were a disappointment to them? How did it end in the long run? Did you prove them wrong?

My mom just said my sister and I have both been disappointments and we didnt do well enough in life compared to others' achievements and her expectations inspite of all the support my parents gave me through the years.
I flatly disagreed with her and told her I have always worked for what I wanted, and even though I am currently in a low phase career wise, I am working to achieve my goal, so not to talk down on me. She didnt reply. Even so, it has remained in the back of my head ever since.
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No never. I'm sure I've disappointed them at times but it's always been focused on my behavior not me as a person.

I know it’s common for people to compare people to where other people are in life but I hate that. We are each on our own path. I'm glad you stood up for yourself. I'm sure it's been difficult to not let those words have an affect on you though.
Heretodaygonetomorrow · 26-30, F
@midnightrose Thank you for understanding. Yes, I've been down ever since. :(
being · 36-40, F
@midnightrose you wrote this very well.. I agree..