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[–] MisterNeon@lemmy.world 32 points 2 months ago (2 children)

My mom is a junkie, having a relationship with her is pointless. You don't owe your progenitors shit.

[–] SoleInvictus@lemmy.blahaj.zone 23 points 2 months ago

Any parent who says you owe them love and respect simply because they birthed you is likely someone you should cut ties with. Don't ask me how I know.

I love my chosen family far more than most of my genetic relatives.

[–] sudo@lemmy.today 6 points 2 months ago

Worth noting, they could also be kind, loving people who provided for you all of your childhood. You still don't owe them shit. They accepted a responsibility, not you.