Should I cut a family member out of my life because she causes me so much stress?

A lot of people will offer advice in terms what you should or shouldn't do. Some may suggest family is everything while others will suggest otherwise. What I will suggest is that's purely your decision. Only you can weigh that choice because there will simply be too many variables in your life that no one here would grasp in a mere conversation. What I also will say is I am glad you're at least reaching out because it shows you're truly looking into your options. I hope you continue reaching out further because a professional, for example, would be able to hear your story, analyze your situation, and provide recommendations depending on the circumstances.

If a family member, or any loved one, adds more negativity to your life than love or support then you can be very justified in cutting ties. Family is meant to be supportive, but if a family member puts you in distress or has a negative impact on your emotional/mental health then you need to make the choice that will cultivate the most health and positivity for you.

There’s times in certain situations when it may be best to develop some emotional distance from our relatives and with enough pain, sometimes even walk away from them and never look back. Everyone has a right to choose their own path and find their own peace.

Everybody has different views on this, but personally I think cutting someone out of your life is the best thing you can do, if you've tried everything and communication is not working. You don't even need to necessarily tell the person you're even cutting them off. And it doesn't have to be forever. You can reconnect with them one day in the future. But some of us are unlucky enough to be closely related to people who are very, very difficult to deal with. I think it's important to have periods in your life that are completely free of this stress. So don't feel guilty. Cutting people off can be temporary. Or it can be forever – you might find "No Contact" so peaceful that you never go back! But usually, taking that break for yourself makes you more able to appreciate that family member and reconnect with them later with a little more energy and patience.

I don't think there is a need to cut family member out, just avoid them where necessary, and when you do meet, keep conversation to a limited comfort zone. Keep yourself composed and let them take their own stress.

No, family will always be there for you in the long run. For all you know she could be the one that puts your life back on track. Keep her and just tell her time to time that she is stressing you out.

Sometimes it's best to cut the bad people out of the picture. Do what you feel is right. If she is causing you stress and dragging you down, cut them off.

Ultimately, that's something only you can decide upon. It's never nice or easy to just banish someone from your life, especially a relative - maybe limit the amount you see them, or speak with them about how they make you feel.

Don't isolate yourself completely from this person, simply disconnect and only respond to them when you're in a stable headspace. Your health comes first, and if you cannot find a solution around this issue, then it will be necessary to remove yourself from this negative environment.

Maybe you should first approach them about this. Tell them that this stress is really bothering you, and that you want it to stop. If they don't listen to you and keep stressing you out then you can cut them out.