Imagine how many people have been in your shoes before. Struggling to mend parental relationships is probably one of the most fundamental issues we deal with. I did it with my parents until they died and never gained one inch. Some people are never going to change and you waste your own energy and mental stability fighting a battle that will never be won. You will be happier if you can walk away from it. I doubt you will heed this advice but I give it anyway hoping you will learn sooner than I did.
They're both in their mid 70s and I doubt they will ever budge mentally. I only hope they live long enough to see the changes take effect in this country. Some very good things are coming and I want them to see it before it's curtains for them.
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