My brother was always the golden child and now that our parents are aging they expect me to take care of them while he gets to be the fun one who visits.
More people experience this than they realize.
Family roles calcified in childhood continue to determine adult obligations, trapping the dutiful child in permanent service to those who never saw them clearly.
“Where Are You with Parental love — eros storge philia agape?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.