Imagine having a toxic mother-in-law who's never been kind to you or your family. Now, imagine she's diagnosed with cancer and suddenly needs your help. Do you put aside the past and offer your support, or do you let her face the consequences of her actions? One brave nurse found herself in this exact situation and made a tough decision. Let's dive into her story and see if you think she made the right choice. 😮👩⚕️
🎭 Nurse Ditches Toxic Mother-In-Law's Chemo Rides: Heartless or Justified? 😲
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Nurse's Dilemma: Help or Walk Away? 🤷♀️
This devoted nurse found herself in a difficult situation when her toxic mother-in-law was diagnosed with cancer. Despite their strained relationship, she stepped up and helped with appointments, housekeeping, and more. But when her mother-in-law's ungrateful and rude behavior continued, she began to question whether she should keep helping or pass the responsibility to her brother-in-law. With her husband's support, she's torn between her professional instincts and her own emotional well-being. What do you think? Should she continue to help or walk away? Let's see what people have to say about this tough decision... 💬
NTA- Nurse goes above and beyond for monster-in-law. Deserves a break 😎
fibchopkin | fibchopkin
NTA for not taking toxic mother-in-law to chemo. Karma's a b***h 😈
locomama83 | locomama83
NTA. Let the 'real' daughter-in-law take her to chemo. 👍
travellingdink | travellingdink
Respect is key. NTA for not tolerating toxic behavior. 🙌
eregina3 | eregina3
Putting your mental health first is not being heartless 👍
AnselaJonla | AnselaJonla
Setting boundaries with toxic family members is important for self-care. 🙅♀️
allcatsarethebestcat | allcatsarethebestcat
Setting boundaries with abusive family members 👍
alreadyPrettyEnough | alreadyPrettyEnough
👍 Not the a**hole for setting boundaries with toxic MIL.
lh123456789 | lh123456789
OP is called out for disregarding abuse and reaping consequences. 💥
ironically-spiders | ironically-spiders
Setting boundaries with toxic family during illness. 🙌
blacksteel15 | blacksteel15
Setting boundaries with toxic mother-in-law during cancer treatment. NTA 👍
Reign_Drop | Reign_Drop
Compassionate nurse stands up to toxic mother-in-law. NTA.
atticusfrostvein | atticusfrostvein
Standing up to toxic family members is never easy 🙌
Reddoraptor | Reddoraptor
Nurse defends decision to stop driving toxic MIL to chemo. 😊
RikMoscoso | RikMoscoso
🚕 Nurse refuses toxic mother-in-law's chemo rides. No regrets. 🙅♀️
Naughtyexperiences | Naughtyexperiences
Empowering comment earns praise from fellow reader 👏
Mirianda666 | Mirianda666
Cutting off toxic family members: YTA or NTA?
Angio343 | Angio343
Nurse refuses to take toxic mother-in-law to chemo appointments. NTA 👏
RoxyMcfly | RoxyMcfly
Don't let toxic family members take advantage of you. 👍
Oyasuminasai3 | Oyasuminasai3
Commenter questions if poster is a nurse or doormat 🤔
Megmca | Megmca
👏 Standing up to toxic family after 20 years. #NTA
wasting_time_here_ | wasting_time_here_
Setting boundaries with toxic family members is necessary for self-care. 👍
gyrlinterrupted | gyrlinterrupted
Not the a**hole, but what led to this decision?
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👩⚕️Nurse stands up to toxic mother-in-law, but is she the a**hole?
Susan-stoHelit | Susan-stoHelit
👏 Standing up to toxic behavior, even in difficult times. #NTA
ICWhatsNUrP | ICWhatsNUrP
NTA but a little YTA. Set boundaries and manage expectations. 🙌
Notcameltoe | Notcameltoe
NTA for refusing to take toxic mother-in-law's chemo rides.
TirNannyOgg | TirNannyOgg
Commenter and reply agree: toxic MIL deserves no rides 🚫👋
thicklover | thicklover
Cutting off toxic family members is necessary for self-care 👍
verucasweetheart | verucasweetheart
Standing up to toxic behavior is never a**hole move 👏
Dana07620 | Dana07620
👍 Not the a**hole for refusing to help toxic mother-in-law.
rebarocks5518 | rebarocks5518
Partner's abusive mother: NTA for not taking her to chemo.
whatuthinkaboutthat | whatuthinkaboutthat
Let someone else handle it. NTA 👍
UrMumSuccMuch | UrMumSuccMuch
Refusing to be treated like garbage 🙌, NTA stands up for herself.
concretism | concretism
Short and sweet: commenter is not the a**hole. 👍
KayMarMcK | KayMarMcK
NTA. 🙅♀️ She can figure it out or call his ex. Tell her to peace out. ✌️
misstiff1971 | misstiff1971
Nurse receives support for setting boundaries with toxic mother-in-law 👏
iamthenightrn | iamthenightrn
Is compassion towards an abusive cancer patient stupidity? 🤔
Sluaghlock | Sluaghlock
NTA - No explanation needed 😎
doggomother | doggomother
Compassionate nurse sets boundaries with toxic mother-in-law. #NTA 🙌
LisaW481 | LisaW481
Standing up to toxic family during illness: justified or heartless? 💪
EvilAuntBecky | EvilAuntBecky
NTA - No a-hole here. Short and sweet.
SanFraDePawn | SanFraDePawn
Compassionate nurse stops chemo rides for ungrateful mother-in-law 😕
Fullofshitguy | Fullofshitguy
Suggests free rides for chemo, supports not giving them anymore. NTA 👍
saltyhotwing | saltyhotwing
Prioritize your husband, not his toxic mother. 🙌
Shebolleth | Shebolleth
Heartless comment sparks no replies. 🙄
legacyfinefarts | legacyfinefarts
Respect husband's wishes and cut off toxic mother-in-law? 🤔
Trepenwitz | Trepenwitz
Breast cancer survivor supports nurse's decision. 🎗️
sorrycharrlie625 | sorrycharrlie625
No need for validation from Reddit. NTA. Drop it. 👍
mumble-she_wrote | mumble-she_wrote
Cancer doesn't excuse bad behavior. NTA for setting boundaries. 👏
cogitaveritas | cogitaveritas
NTA - No drama here, just a clear-cut situation 🙌
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Compassionate comment encourages finding alternative for toxic mother-in-law's chemo rides 🙌
anamsj1218 | anamsj1218
Setting boundaries with toxic family members is necessary for self-care. 👍
iluvcats17 | iluvcats17
Commenter calls out toxic mother-in-law, uses strong language. 💥
subrhythm | subrhythm
NTA - No explanation needed 😎
jmc259 | jmc259
NTA 👍 Don't be a sucker, it's justified to stop helping.
ifyoudontknowlearn | ifyoudontknowlearn
NTA - No A-hole here! 😎
Envy_Harr | Envy_Harr
NTA, prioritize your own well-being and cut ties with toxicity. 👍
WhoAreYouWhoAreWe | WhoAreYouWhoAreWe
👏 NTA stands up to toxic mother-in-law's abuse. Self-care matters.
LookOut55 | LookOut55
👏 Standing up to toxic family members is never easy. #NTA
mixi_e | mixi_e
Setting boundaries with toxic family is not being heartless ❤️
solo954 | solo954
Nurse refuses to take toxic mother-in-law to chemo. NTA.
KT_mama | KT_mama
🤔 Is this comment promoting a controversial viewpoint?
20grit | 20grit
Compassionate comment about dog sparks empathy 🐕
reality-bytes- | reality-bytes-
Don't lift a finger to help her again. 🙅♀️
ipoonekkid | ipoonekkid
NTA! 🙌 It's not worth sacrificing your mental health for her.
throwawayys6422 | throwawayys6422
Enjoy free time instead of enabling toxic mother-in-law's behavior. NTA 👍
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🤔 Is OP the a**hole or not? Mixed opinions.
ElderWolf47 | ElderWolf47
Prioritize your own well-being, not guilt or obligation. 💪🏻
Fraerie | Fraerie
Cutting toxic family members out of your life is justified. 👍
MrTubbyTubby | MrTubbyTubby
