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For the very little it's worth, it's probably not coming from a place of toxic masculinity. It's an aunt who has made clear that I am tolerated in the family despite being a man. I have neither the language nor the patience to engage with her. It normally only gets to me when I'm otherwise down, like I am today.
@HG @msbellows Sounds like disengagement from her is a very sensible strategy - she shouldn't be allowed to live in your head rent-free. And remember: "No" is a complete sentence. Hang in there.
I really struggle with being kind to myself. My inner monologue is witheringly cruel (think Lrrr). It's hard to shut it off and play nice. I'm trying to work on that this year.
