I read your book “Bad Childhood, Good Life" and wanted to tell you how much it has helped me. I am a product of an affair my mother had on her first husband. My mother divorced and remarried my stepfather when I was 4 years old. My stepfather was verbally abusive and sexually abusive. My mother did nothing to protect me and allowed it to continue. I moved out at 17 and had some terrible relationships before meeting my husband.
I recently cut my stepfather out of my life and my mother can't understand why I won't allow my kids to be around him. She didn't protect her own child, why would my kids be any different? When I remind her of the things he did to me she tells me I'm lying. My siblings say I need to move on and keep peace in the family.
After reading your book I know now I do not have to be around toxic people. My husband and kids are my top priorities. I am very blessed to have been given a wonderful man and three wonderful children. I have stopped the cycle of abuse and will no longer accept abusive behavior. I am much happier surrounding myself with loving people and relationships. I can't thank you enough, Dr. Laura, for helping me and others stick to our morals. Keep up the great work!
Lily
Bad Childhood, Great Life
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