friendly greetings and intro

[serenitycalm]

Greetings to all, I wish us all the best as we journey through our various trials and tribulations.

I've participated in these forums before in past incarnations, really appreciate the sharing and wisdom here.

My birth family is disordered with undiagnosed alcoholism, personality disorders especially paranoid / narcissistic / schizoid. Fortunately I have been able to break the chains of abuse through addressing my own medical/mental health challenges, education, and judicious use of NC.

Current challenge is limited contact with my sister who does not seem to be taking good care of herself. Waif, paranoid, grandiose, accusatory. Even the fact that we are only in touch via email can get me triggered. I'm back to practicing medium chill and may even quietly go no contact. My sister was the golden child of my abusive mother. Sister was abused also and unfortunately now behaves like our mother did.

I glory in the simple, drama free life. Grateful for each day. 

[xredshoesx]

welcome to the group-

when you are ready to share more about your relationship with the sister we are listening and will support you in whatever level of contact you decide works best for your health and well-being.

[serenitycalm]

Thank you for the welcome, much appreciated. I've posted now on the sibling forum.

I am happy with my choice to go NC. The resulting backlash/hangover type emotions are uncomfortable but I'll get through them just fine.