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

Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Mar 27, 2015
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no I think stress will go away if you give up your family member what that gonna do I mean what if ever thing resolves itself then what will you do
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Anonymous on May 9, 2015
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you should talk to them about it first. maybe they dont do it on purpose. family memebers dont come and go like friends
Profile: Flags
Flags on May 17, 2015
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Of course not. Causing stress is no reason to cut out a family member out of your life because someday, they will come back to you and whatever negative action you've done to them will just haunt. The best action is just to avoid them as much as possible without cutting them out and if circumstances still throw them at you, you should manage them the way you manage to feed yourself. Simple.
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Anonymous on Jun 30, 2015
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NOO, never do that just take deep breaths and just be lucky you have that person in your life. if its or mother/farther/brother/sister there all gonna give you streesss
Profile: Lynch
Lynch on Aug 18, 2015
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Honestly it depends on why they cause you stress. Have you ever told them that they cause you this? It could be just they don't understand what your current situation is. And think if you were in their shoes, would you want someone who you probably love cut you out of the family without a reason?
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Mushly on Aug 25, 2015
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It can be wise to begin separating yourself a little. If they're placing stress about things that are out of your control, it can unhealthy and can easily overwhelm you. See if less contact makes the stress lessen. If nothing changes, consider some time away from him/her. You need to take care of yourself too
Profile: OpenEarsAndHeart
OpenEarsAndHeart on Oct 26, 2015
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I know exactly how you feel. Family is power however, it is important to think about yourself and your needs. Family is hard to deal with because we feel as though there is an obligation to keep them in the loop and in our lives however if the relationship seems too venomous to keep around, you should let that person find their way separate from yourself.
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How close are you with this person? If you have to see them often, I would suggest a civil, and proper break of communication, in which you can still act friendly towards each other. Otherwise, I would say yes. You do you! Always! You are #1!
Profile: IamtheGuardianAngel
IamtheGuardianAngel on Nov 24, 2015
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Essentially. If someone's attitude/behaviour is damaging to you in any way, shape or form and they won't change it, then you have the right to cut them out.
Profile: Bulelo
Bulelo on Jan 5, 2016
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No, talk to them. Tell her that she causes you stress and makes you feel a certain type of way; if they respond negatively that is her issue. You should always seek peace with yourself and expressing your feelings achieves exactly that; cutting her out only adds stress and strain as well as awkward family dinners or reunions.
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