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Struggling with parents' instability - need advice

Assalamu alaikum, This is a bit of a vent but I’ll keep it short. I’m really worn out from dealing with my parents’ mental problems my whole life. My siblings and I respected them and followed the rules growing up, but it’s much harder now as adults. Both my siblings moved out and have their own households, so I’m left trying to handle their constant arguing. They openly despise each other and I keep thinking they should just separate already. We’ve been dragged into their fights since childhood, and sometimes we’re even blamed for their problems. I’m tired of being talked to like a child. I know they’re getting older, but they raised us in an environment full of rage and stress, and now they’re upset that we have the same anxiety and stress issues. It’s frustrating. I want to honor them and be patient because I’m aware of the seriousness of disrespecting parents, but honestly I’m at my limit and Allah knows what I’m going through. I’m 26, married, but not living with my husband yet, so technically I’m still part of the household. I struggle to control my anger and sometimes say hurtful things in arguments, like I did with my mother just now. She does things deliberately to provoke me and pushes until I snap. I don’t even know how I keep living there. Will Allah forgive me for how I behave toward them, even though I’m trying to be patient? Do I need to apologise to them even if I don’t feel sincere and believe they don’t deserve it? Any advice on how to cope, manage anger, and balance duty to parents with self-preservation would be really appreciated. Jazakum Allah khayr.

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Assalamu alaikum, sending dua. Therapy helped me learn to hold my tongue and cope with triggers. If therapy isn’t possible, try journaling or short walks before replying. Small pauses save a lot.

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You’re not alone. Try talking to a trusted sibling or in-law who understands, so you’re not the only buffer. And remember, making dua and small steps count. May Allah ease it.

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I struggled with guilt too. Ask forgiveness when things cool down even if it’s brief - it keeps the peace and doesn’t mean you accept the harm. Protect your sanity, sis.

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I’ve been there. Saying sorry even when you don’t fully mean it can calm things down and buy space to breathe. Then work on moving out when you can. You deserve peace.

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Oh dear, I feel this so much. Take care of yourself first - maybe set small boundaries like quiet hours. You’re allowed to protect your mental health, seriously. Jazakillah for sharing.❤️

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Girl, same. My mom pushes buttons on purpose. I started repeating a calm phrase and walking away. Not perfect, but it stops me from snapping. You’re not a bad daughter for needing space.

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Honestly, you’re doing so much already. Make a practical plan: timeline for moving out, savings goal, and one boundary to start. That gave me hope when everything felt stuck.

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