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I can't imagine what it must be like for adults that live lives like that.
My childhood wasn't great, but nothing on this level and I know it did a number on me. I hope things are better for you now.
Thank you. Things are definitely better. I can’t say I’m normal. I mean, I trauma dump on strangers on the internet in the name of interesting anecdotes, but I think I threaded a needle that few manage to thread. I’m more or less financially stable, with a solid career, comfortable prospects, and a good home life with someone who grew up under equitable circumstances, and also managed to escape the cycle, so we have a good understanding/acceptance of each others foibles.
Well that sounds good to me! It's hard to undo the only stuff you've ever known, but it's important for people to see it's possible.