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Tired of Being the Strong One

I’m tired of being the strong one in our dysfunctional family. Growing up, younger siblings counted on me to be strong. To have the grit and strength to help them through abusive and life-altering situations.

Over the years, the strength to persevere became unshakable due to domestic violence and other life-altering events. I’ve never questioned being the strong one in the family.