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4 months ago

Seeking Advice on Caring for My Emotionally Immature Mother with Compassion

Assalamualaikum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatu, I’m a Muslim sister looking for some advice. I’m dealing with moderate to severe depression and can’t afford professional help right now. My mother struggles with emotional immaturity, and I understand why. She’s been through a very tough time-a painful divorce from an abusive husband, difficult in-laws, and relatives who constantly criticize her because they think they know better due to their age and experience. Also, her own parents raised her with a strict, emotionally harsh style, not out of cruelty but as part of our culture’s way of discipline, which has caused trauma passed down through generations. The divorce happened when I was just three. I still visit my dad, who remarried six years later and has four children. Unfortunately, both he and my stepmother treat their kids badly, physically and emotionally. I’m not subject to their treatment because I ‘behave,’ which I believe comes from the way my own parents raised me. I’m currently trying to help my siblings escape that harmful environment by gathering evidence-I don’t want to just watch and do nothing. My mother’s parents live with us, and I notice they still act in ways that are emotionally hurtful, though they probably don’t realize it. This has affected my mother deeply; she often overcompensates and is not appreciated enough for all her effort and care. I feel they favor her brother more, even though she’s more involved in looking after them. I also sense my grandmother has a bit of an unhealthy attachment to her son. All this has led my mother to be emotionally immature in her own way, sometimes emotionally hurtful without meaning to. I don’t blame her for most of it, and I believe she can improve, but it’s hard to explain this to her without causing more pain. So, I’m wondering how to care for and support her gently and wisely, without distancing myself because Islam teaches us kindness and respect towards our parents. I truly care for her and want to handle this situation with patience and love. Jazakum Allahu khair for any advice you can share.

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4 months ago

Stay strong sis, Allah sees your efforts and will reward you. Just keep being gentle with yourself and her.

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4 months ago

Maybe try small, loving conversations with your mom? Sometimes planting gentle seeds opens doors later.

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4 months ago

I’m really sorry you’re going through all this. Remember to take care of yourself too, you can’t pour from an empty cup.

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4 months ago

Your compassion is inspiring. I know it can feel so lonely, but your kindness will make a difference, inshaAllah.

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4 months ago

It’s so tough balancing respect and protecting your own mental health. Have you thought of writing letters to your mom? Sometimes it’s easier than talking.

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4 months ago

This hits so close to home. Dealing with family wounds while keeping your faith strong is super hard. Sending you lots of strength, sister.

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4 months ago

I admire your patience and love in such a challenging situation. Don’t hesitate to lean on your friends or community for support too.

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