Is it my fault that my parents are on the verge of separation?
DaveMcGrath
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May 17, 2016
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Absolutely not, your parents are responsible for their relationship, you are responsible for yourself. If their relationship isn't working, it is their business to resolve between themselves.
mywhispersscreamed3201
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Aug 22, 2016
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What your parents do in their relationship has nothing to do with your actions and your relationship with them. They may just be finiacially stressed because of something at work and they are being put under a lot of pressure. Many things may be causing a stain in their relationship, but I can promise you it isn't your fault.
JustAddBlu
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Sep 27, 2016
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Despite what many children think, they are never the reason why two parental figures separate. Issues between the two of them are caused by one of them, not the child. If they are on the verge, the parents need to settle their differences alone, without involving the child. Whether it's lack of communication between the two, a loss of feeling/connection or just issues controlling their anger, none of it is up to you. If they had any problems regarding their child, they would directly speak with you.
Anonymous
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Nov 7, 2016
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No it isn't in a way it might be better for your parents as it means that by the end of this the will be happier than before
AvengingXWoman
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Jan 9, 2017
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It may feel like your parents' separating is your fault, but you have nothing to do with it. I have experienced something similar, and it isn't your fault at all. Parents may separate for different reasons, but you are not one of them.
Anonymous
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Jun 6, 2017
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Parents separate for many reasons. Marriage is a contract between two adults, and things can change. It's hardly ever because of what their children are doing. Talk with your parents, you deserve their honesty.
UntilThen
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Jul 17, 2017
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No, though you are present in your parents lives, their relationship is still their own and their issues are within themselves.
Anonymous
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Sep 25, 2017
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I understand that it may feel like you are responsible for your parents' potential separation, but your parents' actions regarding their relationship is their decision. Ultimately, they control what happens to their relationship regardless of what your relationship is like with both of them. I hope this brings you some peace.
miraculousHeart73
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Apr 24, 2018
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No. It is never the child's fault. Remember, your parents are adults, make their own decisions, and have known each other longer than you have been alive. Separation, is probably best for them. People need some time to themselves to think of what they should do next. Give them time, if a divorce is their final decision, then it's okay. You are not alone. Things can get better. If anything, talk to one of us here on 7 Cups
Anonymous
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Aug 7, 2018
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Separation is common among couples. It happens sometimes even if it's not preferred. Many separation cases caused by prolonged miscommunication among the couple.
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