Tag: boundaries
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Buat Macam Rumah Sendiri
We’re so afraid that people will ignore us. But sometimes, being ignored is exactly what you need. Let me tell you a story. A very long time ago, someone came to stay at our house for more than a few days. The problem? They always arrived unannounced. As Malays, we have a saying we often…
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Growing Pain
Growing up, ada sorang lady in my life ni yang selalu sangat cakap I bukan waris just because I’m a daughter instead of a son. It started lepas we all pindah Penang, when I was around 9 or 10. Before that, we lived in Tanjung Karang dekat family belah my mom, and I memang manja…
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Trying to help my son navigate Silent Treatment
Here’s how I’m trying to help my son navigate this, to protect his emotional health, and preserve his self-worth. And at the same time to help him understand not to do this to others especially his future family. The cycle shall stop here. 1. Reassure my son: “You’ve Done Your Part” Since he’s already apologized…
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