Imagine being the only boy in a family of girls, but instead of being cherished, you’re tossed aside by your own mother. This man’s heartbreaking story reveals the emotional scars he carries from a childhood filled with rejection and neglect. Now, his sisters want his help to care for their ailing mother, but he’s standing his ground. Will he ever find healing and forgiveness? Read on to find out.
The Unwanted Son
Growing Up in the Shadows
“Girl Mom” Pride
Left Out and Forgotten
Invisible and Unloved
Desperate for Love
Cutting Ties at 18
Sisters Reach Out
Refusing to Help ♂️
Standing His Ground
No Love, No Help
Family Obligations?
Sister’s Accusations
Unwanted Son’s Dilemma: To Help or Not to Help? ♂️
This man’s heart-wrenching story of being the unwanted son in a family of girls has left him with deep emotional scars. As a child, he was constantly neglected and rejected by his mother, who only wanted daughters. Now, his sisters have reached out, asking for his help in taking care of their mother, who has been diagnosed with ALS. However, he’s standing his ground, refusing to lift a finger or spend a cent on the woman who discarded him once she got the girl she wanted. His sisters argue that he still owes his family, but he’s not backing down. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this complex situation…
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Cutting off contact was the right choice. NTA
User defends man’s decision to not help abusive family.
NTA! Family only remembers when they need something? Good riddance!
Cutting off family for money, NTA according to commenter.
User believes mother’s behavior justifies son’s refusal to help.
Supportive comment suggests blocking and moving on for OP’s well-being ❤️
Man refuses to help mom with ALS and is called ‘selfish’ NTA
User justifies not helping mom with ALS due to family rejection. NTA
Refusing to help former abuser with ALS, justified. NTA
Family isn’t entitled to lifelong support. Stick to your guns.
Unconditional love for children, no favorites allowed.
Son refuses to help mom with ALS, commenters agree NTA
Family neglects OP for not having preferred gender. NTA.
Sassy NTA comment with a sprinkle of karma
Sibling drama: commenter refuses to help mom with ALS. NTA.
Love and respect are mutual, NTA for not helping family.
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Cold but honest response to family obligations.
When mommy didn’t love you, it’s okay to say no. NTA
User refuses to help mom with ALS and justifies it.
Family only reaching out for money? NTA, block them
Person refuses to help mom with ALS, justifies it.
User refuses to help mom with ALS, tells critics to f**k off. NTA
Not owing your mom for being born? Bold but fair.
User refuses to help family member with ALS, sparks debate.
NTA commenter calls out manipulative family members.
Being insulted won’t make you help more NTA
Family drama: Commenter justifies lack of relationship with emotionally absent family.
Son refuses to help mom with ALS, justified or not?
Sister calls him spoiled for not helping mom with ALS?
Sibling drama: Man refuses to help mom with ALS. NTA wins!
Man refuses to help mom with ALS, justifies it with childhood trauma
Family isn’t always blood. NTA for not helping out.
Cutting toxic family ties: NTA, don’t owe them a thing.
NTA. Despite the situation, prioritize your own well-being.
Family tries to guilt trip man into helping after 8 years. NTA.
No obligation to help family? NTA sparks debate
User defends man’s decision to not help abusive mother with ALS.
Choosing family of choice over toxic biological family.
Family isn’t just about biology. Stand your ground. NTA
Parenting labels can be harmful and reinforce gender stereotypes. NTA.
NTA commenter calls out family dysfunction with a middle finger
Take control of your day and ignore toxic people
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Defining family by love, not obligation. Interesting perspective.
Cutting ties with toxic family, justified or not?
Son refuses to help mom with ALS, internet says NTA
Not the a**hole for not taking responsibility for the bad
Building a chosen family is valid and important. NTA
User expresses anger towards family for neglecting and mistreating him.
Escaped toxic family situation, NTA. You deserve love and support.
Cutting ties with family: justified or too harsh?
Family only shows up when they need something . Block them!
Son refuses to help abusive mom with ALS, finds healing. NTA
Cutting toxic family members: justified or too harsh?
User applauds OP for cutting off abusive family.
Cutting ties with toxic family: NTA
Daughter defends dad’s decision not to help mom with ALS. NTA
Moving on from past hurt, finding peace with family support ✌️
Cutting ties with toxic family: justified or too harsh? NTA
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Heartwarming comment about finding happiness and belonging.
Forgotten daughter stands with man who refused to help family financially
Sibling prioritizes brother’s time with mom over own convenience.
Family only shows up when they need something. NTA.
Harsh judgment on mom with ALS, no empathy. ♂️
Family drama? This commenter says NTA and suggests cutting ties
NTA. Family doesn’t mean you owe them everything.
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