As the older, ‘parentified’ child, it sounds like your sister has taken on extra responsibilities all her life. She might appreciate you wanting to show you care
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You need to process your grief by letting other people in. That means telling them about it
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Six months ago I lost my partner. We w…

I don’t think it’s fair your partner uses his past relationship to dictate the present with you. You need to have an open and honest conversation to understand each other’s feelings
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You both appear insecure and are cultivating jealousy in each other. You must focus on building trust for the sake of your child
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Periods of physical separation are common in most relationships and it takes effort – but you can have the best of both worlds
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Entering the world of work can seem overwhelming, but remember that every stage of life is initially a challenge. Give yourself time to adjust
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It’s easy to feel guilty and ‘useless’ but you have options. Be honest with yourself about what you are able to do

A few months ago, my dad went into a care home. The cognitive symptoms of his Parkins…