Dear smy:

The most damage done to an individual is done in the context of family. I see it again and again and I experienced it myself. A home to grow up in should be safe and loving, but often, it is neither. Healing from an unloving beginning, healing from mistreatment, neglect, abuse- it takes dedication, commitment to a long process, day in and day out. It takes a lot of patience with the process and gentleness with oneself. Did you ever attend psychotherapy for yourself?

anita