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AIBU?

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To be fed up of it all today...

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FriedTomatoe · 08/05/2022 17:54

So had my mum and sister over for coffee. I love them both but in my mum's opinion my sister is the golden child and can never do any wrong. Over the past few months I've sat while my mum has boasted about my sister's fabulous career, how well she did at school (in spite of the fact she failed her A levels), and her general brilliance.

Today during coffee we ended up talking about a mutual friend I fell out with recently. I didn't want to say too much because I know my sister still likes her. It ended up with my mum saying "You should do what your sister does. She's so sensible". AIBU for feeling fed up of it now? Just feeling so frustrated.

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ChocolateCakeYum · 08/05/2022 18:09

Spend less time with them.

It will do wonders for your mental health.

Riverlee · 08/05/2022 18:22

You may find dm sings your praises when you’re not around. I remember going to a cousins wedding and chatting to my cousins about which father was the favourite if. Our gran. My cousin thought my dad was the golden child, and we thought their dad was the golden child!

Have you ever challenged your mum? Maybe do it gently one day, and see how she reacts. Maybe she feels she has to defend dsis career if she hasn’t done well, to give her a boost, and encourage her.

FriedTomatoe · 08/05/2022 19:46

Maybe I should. It always makes me feel a bit deflated. I've had counselling in the past and I know my worth but it still gets to me sometimes.

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CoffeeBeansGalore · 08/05/2022 19:56

Step back & see them less. It will be easier if you distance yourself.
Sorry Op, believe me I know how hard it is.

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