When it comes to family, forgiveness can be a complicated matter. This woman’s sister has caused her nothing but pain and betrayal over the years, including stealing from her and their grandpa. Despite her sister’s recent apology, the woman can’t seem to let go of her anger and hurt. She told her sister that she was the worst thing to ever happen to her and wanted her out of her life. Some people think she’s being too harsh and should try to make amends, while others understand why she feels the way she does. Read on to find out what happened when the sister replied and why the woman is now considering a restraining order.
Confronting a toxic sibling: healing or more harm?
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Sister’s addiction and betrayal causes years of pain and hurt
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Road to recovery or temporary relief?
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Betrayed by sister: Stolen possessions and shut off water
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Home robbed by addiction: a cautionary tale
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Inheritance creates family drama after tragic loss
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Betrayed by her sister’s addiction: heartbreaking story
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Apology and second chance after sister’s near-death experience ❤️
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Sister’s addiction led to years of betrayal, but now reconciliation.
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Confrontation with addictive sister brings up only bad memories
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Sister confronts years of betrayal and addiction in explosive argument
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Should she forgive her sister? AITA or NTA?
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Did Kate ever respond? Find out in this update
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Sister’s addiction leads to confrontation and restraining order.
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The latest development on this emotional family confrontation
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Sister blames me for family’s deaths and her addiction
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Taking control: Confrontation, boundaries, and self-care amidst family betrayal.
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Receiving support and standing up to critics with gratitude ❤️
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Confronting sister after years of addiction and betrayal
A woman writes about her sister’s addiction and years of betrayal. From stealing from the family to begging for money, the woman’s sister has caused nothing but pain. Recently, the sister reached out looking to make amends, but the woman can’t seem to forget the past. Read on to find out if the woman is the AH for not giving her sister another chance.
NTA – Forgiveness and repentance do not grant absolution from consequences.

Dealing with addiction in a family leaves scars. Seek professional help

NTA. Sister’s sudden change and robbery raise suspicions. To build bridge?

Forgiveness is hard, especially when trust is broken

Forgiving a former addict is a personal choice

Expressing dislike with fiery idioms, NTA comment and replies.

Cutting off toxic family members for your own well-being
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Forgiving doesn’t mean forgetting, it’s about freeing yourself.

NTA. Sister’s manipulative letter lacks remorse and empathy.

Addict sister cried wolf too many times, NTA

Forgiveness is not the same as reconciliation. Take care of yourself

Addiction and betrayal, sister doesn’t deserve to be in life

Forgiveness doesn’t always mean reconciliation. NTA
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Addiction’s betrayal: Cutting off a loved one.

Cutting toxic family members out of your life: NTA ♀️

Decide what YOU want from your sister, don’t worry about her

Confronting a sibling’s addiction and betrayal: Forgiveness vs accountability

Confronting an addict sibling, healing with anger and forgiveness.
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Confronting an addict sister who caused family pain and betrayal

Setting boundaries with an addict sister. NTA

Set boundaries and choose your own family

Dealing with addiction is tough, NTA. Supporting in other ways.

Addiction doesn’t excuse betrayal. NTA for setting boundaries

Organized theft, tough love, and a possible relapse. NTA.

Repay or keep away? NTA takes a stand ♀️

Addiction can destroy relationships. Trust must be earned again.

Don’t let guilt make you play with fire

Set boundaries and move on. No apologies needed.
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Recovered addict calls out sister’s betrayal, warns against enabling.

Setting boundaries is crucial, don’t let others guilt-trip you ❤️

NTA comment discusses setting boundaries with addict family member.

Cutting ties with a toxic family member: ♀️

Sister’s troubled past may have contributed to addiction and behavior.

Standing up to toxic family members is important.

Set boundaries and prioritize your own healing. NTA

Confronting a toxic sister with addiction issues. NTA stance.
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Choosing forgiveness is your choice, but you owe her nothing

Sibling’s addiction caused chaos, but don’t owe familial bond. ♀️

Send the money and say goodbye NTA

Cutting toxic family ties: NTA’s decision to stay no contact.

Sister’s apology seems selfish. Not the a**hole for confronting her.

No obligation to forgive. Harsh words, but deserved?

Standing up to a toxic family member. NTA

Supporting a recovering addict’s journey to redemption ❤️

Forgiveness is earned, not expected. NTA
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Standing up to family members who bully is important

Forgiveness isn’t always easy.

Confronting addict siblings can be tough. No more second chances.

Cutting ties with a toxic sister.

Sometimes walking away is the only morally justified option
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Cutting out toxic family members: NTA, happier without them

Choosing to forgive does not mean forgetting the hurt

Harsh comment suggests cutting ties with addict sister ⚰️

Forgive, but don’t forget. NTA. ✨

Forgiveness doesn’t mean you have to let her back in

No obligation, no problem. ♀️

Healing takes time and forgiveness is a personal choice ❤️

Give her a chance with strict terms and restitution
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Forgiveness is powerful. Letting go of anger brings peace.

Cutting toxic family members is tough but necessary ✨

Don’t let toxic people drag you down. NTA ✨

Prioritize your own mental health; forgiveness doesn’t require reconciliation.

Dealing with addiction in the family, stay strong

Standing up to addiction and betrayal – a victory

Last Updated on April 18, 2023 by Diply Social Team