After receiving advice on my AITA post about my parents' open relationship and no longer paying rent, I decided to cut them out of my life. It's been over a week, and I feel like a new person. My boyfriend has been my rock through it all, and we plan to move in together soon. I'm also getting free therapy through a mental health plan. Read on for more details on my progress.
A Week Later: My Parents' Open Relationship And I'm A New Person
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Life-changing revelations after parents reveal open relationship 💥
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Cutting toxic ties can be liberating. 🙌
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Cutting toxic parents out of my life was the best decision ✔️
After receiving advice from Reddit, I cut my parents out of my life and already felt like a new person. In just over a week, my mental health has improved significantly thanks to the support of my boyfriend and my decision to go with no contact. I'm staying with my boyfriend, but we plan to move into our place soon. I even went to the GP and got a mental health plan to see a therapist soon, free of charge. It's not a huge update, but it's amazing what cutting toxic people out of your life can do for your mental health. In the next section, I'll share some of the reactions I've received since making this decision.
Congrats on getting out of a toxic situation! 🎉 Here's some helpful tips to protect your credit and independence.
dwotw | dwotw
Moving out of a toxic environment can be euphoric 😌
Nicky_Sixpence | Nicky_Sixpence
Escaping toxic parents and living your best life 🙌🏼
aprilludgate4queen | aprilludgate4queen
Congratulations on taking a huge step forward in self-care! 🎉
Salamander_9 | Salamander_9
Update on the puppy and his new home 🐶🏡
bretl002 | bretl002
Positive support for embracing change 👏
mooseshart | mooseshart
Encouraging support from a fellow Redditor ❤️
capmanor1755 | capmanor1755
Support for non-monogamous lifestyle and going no contact with toxic parents
jaybirdie1993 | jaybirdie1993
Don't forget your documents while leaving a toxic situation 👍
Serafita | Serafita
Empathetic commenter supports OP's decision to move out, offers own experience ❤️
Gizmo9598 | Gizmo9598
🎉 Celebrating support and encouragement in the comments 🙌
ScarieltheMudmaid | ScarieltheMudmaid
Love and support for someone's personal growth ❤️
Tomboyish717 | Tomboyish717
Cheers to prioritizing yourself 🥂🎉
Catfiche1970 | Catfiche1970
Supportive comment with positive affirmation. 🙌
UhohEatenByAGrue | UhohEatenByAGrue
Spread love with a virtual hug 🤗
bernea | bernea
This comment section is full of positivity! ✨👏
harleybidness | harleybidness
Different cultures, different parenting styles. 🤔
MrEnvelope93 | MrEnvelope93
Supportive comment about abusive parents, with heart emoji and encouragement.
Blue-Being22 | Blue-Being22
Cheers to your best life with your bf and doggo 🥂
HouseScientia | HouseScientia
Moving out of a dumpster fire of a house 👏
Puzzled_Principle_29 | Puzzled_Principle_29
Time flies when you're processing your parents' open relationship 🤯
MatureBalak | MatureBalak
Don't let them use you again! ✊🏼💰
rainbow_mak3r | rainbow_mak3r
Agreeing with the sentiment 👍🏼
Apprehensive-Fox3187 | Apprehensive-Fox3187
Breaking free and taking that first breath 🌬️
samanthacarter4 | samanthacarter4
Celebrate the victory! 🎉
Bear_Cub_15 | Bear_Cub_15
Empowering comment inspires self-growth 🌟
candlehand | candlehand
Supportive comment receives heartwarming response ❤️
SeasonMystic | SeasonMystic
Beware of Centrelink claiming on your behalf. It happened before 🙈
mcmimi83 | mcmimi83
Finding family and support after a toxic upbringing ❤️
Penny_Sane | Penny_Sane
Growing up with poly parents, commenter shares experience with toxic partner.
Necessary_Fee1289 | Necessary_Fee1289
Don't let them get away with it! Pursue legal action 💼
MansoppLongnose | MansoppLongnose
Glad to hear positive updates! 🙌
sarcosaurus | sarcosaurus
A heartwarming concern for doggo's well-being 🐾❤️
bewicked4fun123 | bewicked4fun123
Find emotional support in r/estrangedAdultKids, a great community ❤️
joseph_wolfstar | joseph_wolfstar
Cheers to a positive and supportive community! 🎉👍
Top_Thing4890 | Top_Thing4890
Choosing distance for a healthier future 👍
legalistklw | legalistklw
Positive support for going no contact, you rock! 🤘🎉
CollectionJunior294 | CollectionJunior294
Positive comment receives supportive response ❤️
CiaMcWhatever | CiaMcWhatever
Commenter applauds therapy progress in open relationship revelation 👏
a_literal_throwaway | a_literal_throwaway
Toxic family? Good riddance! 🙌 Wishing you happiness 💛
TCTX73 | TCTX73
Positive support and encouragement from the community ❤️
huggie1 | huggie1
Take legal action to protect yourself and your finances. ✅
AgnostosTheosLogos | AgnostosTheosLogos
Empathetic comment offers support to struggling individual ❤️
DramaDroid | DramaDroid
Find support in R/toxicparents community 💚
Mrs_A_Mad | Mrs_A_Mad
Escape the drama and run for the hills 🏃♂️
Long_Fish1973 | Long_Fish1973
Empathetic comment offering support and encouragement for moving forward 👍
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Did you know it's illegal for parents to charge rent? 🤔
Awkward-Train1584 | Awkward-Train1584
A succinct reaction to a surprising comment. 😲
DownwardsTP | DownwardsTP
Positive support for a life-changing decision! 🎉
Mysterious-Choice568 | Mysterious-Choice568
Proud of you! 👏 You handled that bad situation so well 😊
broses15 | broses15
Encouraging words from a supportive commenter ❤️
miriboheme | miriboheme
Positive vibes! Glad to hear things are looking up 🙌
SirCireSotelo | SirCireSotelo
Curious about the drama? This comment sums it up.
Ecstatic_Bonus_2930 | Ecstatic_Bonus_2930
Commenter questions parents' batsh** crazy rent demands 🤨
maelstrom143 | maelstrom143
Set boundaries and stay strong! 👏
Dstareternl | Dstareternl
Glad to hear you're on the upswing! 🎉
SMM71 | SMM71
Positive vibes! Congrats on cutting out negativity ❤️👏
Middle--Earth | Middle--Earth
Supportive comment, no replies 🤗
Scared_Suggestion374 | Scared_Suggestion374
Short and sweet, a positive response 🙌
WhiteHairedBabuska | WhiteHairedBabuska
The real question on everyone's mind... 🐶❤️
Rare-Abbreviations34 | Rare-Abbreviations34
Short and sweet, a congratulatory message to OP 🎉
ninja-gecko | ninja-gecko
Escaping toxicity and finding oneself. 🙌🐶💕
Lecture-Kind | Lecture-Kind
Leaving a toxic household with a furry friend 🐕
MischievousBish | MischievousBish
Cheers to a positive and empowering outlook! 🎉
MrsVentura83 | MrsVentura83
Supportive comment offers helpful resources for counseling and support 🙌
themostserene | themostserene
Words of encouragement can help heal emotional wounds. 💪
000-Hotaru_Tomoe | 000-Hotaru_Tomoe
Spread the love! ❤️
cheekytits1013 | cheekytits1013
Standing up to disrespectful parents. 🙅♂️
cynbtsg | cynbtsg
