I've always had a difficult relationship with my mom, but now I'm her caregiver. I'm struggling to set new boundaries with her.

• 02/12/2025, 8:50 AM
• businessinsider.com

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I came from a strict religious family where, as a woman, I was encouraged to get married, stay home, and take care of the kids. My parents didn't consider preparing me for anything beyond marriage and motherhood, so leaving the church caused a lot of friction with my mother, specifically.