Hello!
I'm sorry you're feeling uncomfortable. It's okay to come here and talk about it. Your friends at Yixinli will always be here for you.
I'm happy you can vent here. If you don't, your heart will be blocked and scared. I applaud your awareness and efforts.
The author is wise to come here. This is the beginning of change. There are even better expectations.
Your family of origin has made you confused. But everyone has their own confusion, and it often comes from their family of origin. The world is big, and you're not alone. We've been there for you across the computer screen.
The family is a place of love and warmth, but some parents act inappropriately. I don't know how old the questioner is, but we are stronger now. When you come here, it is also a kind of self-protection.
I want the questioner to imagine what he wants and how he can get it.
If your expectations are met, how will you feel? Who will notice your change?
I don't know the situation, so I'll give some suggestions to help the questioner feel better:
1. Accept your emotions.
It's normal to have emotions. Not having emotions is abnormal. Accepting emotions means experiencing and acknowledging them. When you accept your emotions, you won't feel ashamed, blame yourself, or worry about them. If you don't accept your emotions, you'll be troubled by them.
Let go.
People get upset because they worry too much. To feel better, we should learn to relax, especially when we argue with others. We should pay more attention to relaxing. Nothing is a big deal. Time can help. If you think about it slowly, you will realize that many problems are not problems at all.
③ Positive thinking
Keep a positive mindset and avoid negative thoughts. When you face challenges, don't give up.
Repeat confident words to yourself to improve your self-confidence.
Psychological research has confirmed this.
④ Understand correctly.
You are not a weak infant anymore. You can survive on your own, even without others' support or recognition. If you are still anxious over a casual remark, take a break and think. What kind of person are you? What talents do you have? Will these change because of a few words?
Obviously not.
Believe in the power of accumulation.
No matter how big the stone is, it cannot stop the seed from sprouting. Once the seed starts to sprout, it will grow. Everyone knows that a drop of water can wear through a stone, but no one believes it. People are like cells or drops of water at the beginning, but most people believe they are strong and sharp from the start, which is not realistic.
Learn patience and wait for the benefits.
⑥ Exercise regularly
Exercise is a good way to feel better. When you're feeling down, go for a walk or run. Listen to your favorite music and let your anger out. You'll feel better in no time.
7. Get help
You can talk to someone, see a counselor, or learn about psychology.
⑧ Love yourself.
External factors affect our emotions. Learn to love and respect yourself. You are in charge of your emotions. When you do this, you will feel better.
The original poster should keep going. They will find their way.
Recommended: "Mr. Toad Goes to the Psychologist," "Inferiority and Transcendence," and "Mending the Rifts in the Original Family."


Comments
I understand how you feel, it's really tough when you've changed and the world around you hasn't caught up. Sometimes we just need time to adjust and find new connections that appreciate us for who we are now.
It sounds like you're carrying a lot of weight on your shoulders. It's okay to take a step back and prioritize yourself. Maybe this is a time for selfdiscovery, to find what makes you truly happy away from others' expectations.
Feeling disconnected from those closest to you must be incredibly painful. I wish I could offer a solution. Sometimes just acknowledging these feelings can be a start in finding a way forward.
It's hard when you feel like you're not recognized for who you've become. Maybe expressing your feelings through writing or art can help you process and eventually share your true self with others.
Your grandparents sound like a strong support system. Even if you don't tell them, maybe they sense your struggle. Opening up to someone who loves you might bring some relief.