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Growing up, ourparentsare our first home.
And life would be pretty bleak without these pillars of support!
But Reddit userObjectiveNational517grew up without the love or support of his mom and dad, who just ignored him.
He was so furious that he threatened to cancel the wedding.
And his fears came true after she kicked him out during his freshman year atcollege.
And all was well for a while till they started inviting people to their wedding.
She suddenly started insisting that he invite his parents.
Big shocker, right?
Even after he clearly mentioned that they had damaged his mental health, she kept pushing him for it.
She even said, I feel like I might just invite them on my side.
This was probably the last straw for OP because he snapped and said hed rather cancel thewedding.
Redditors were shocked by the behavior of the fiancee.
They said that she was literally hitting him where ithurt.
And quite honestly, it does sound pretty morbid.
He was furious and blocked her.
To get expert insights,Bored Pandainterviewed Nimisha Katare, a psychologist atThe Secret Ingredient.
She said, Experiencing family estrangement during childhood can deeply affect an individuals mental health and future relationships.
It often leads to diminished self-worth, loneliness, and an increased risk of mood disorders like depression.
It can also impair emotional regulation, leading to trust issues and difficulties in managing relationships.
These challenges extend beyond personal struggles, affecting overall resilience and coping abilities.
They said that that mustve added to his grief as he was already feeling neglected by both his parents.
And it does seem like a lot to handle as a teenager.
She believes that this situation often disrupts the childs sense of stability and belonging within the blended family.
And without clear boundaries, the emotional and psychological toll can be severe.
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