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The silent treatment . Dad has gone nuclear with the guilt trip .

“ I’m sorry you are upset Dad , I was doing all I can to assist in setting up PROFESSIONAL help for Mom when she gets home.
I can not be a hands on caregiver as I am not trained .
I have a family and job obligations as well , many miles away “.

Then the ball is in Dad’s court .

Maintain this boundary . You are not a child . He’s trying to make you cancel your trip . You can’t give in , then he will continue to manipulate .

I know it’s heartbreaking . Maybe your mother will accept calls at some point , despite what your father says .
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waytomisery Jun 23, 2024
We are going to need a Forum just for all of us with narcissists for parents .
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Damn, has your dad always been this emotionally abusive and manipulative? Do not call him. Dont give in because this is only the beginning of his unrealistic requests.
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Dragon92771 Jun 24, 2024
Thank you for your reply. Part of me wants to go off on him.
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This sounds like manipulation
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AlvaDeer Jun 23, 2024
Yup. Definitely QUACKING LIKE A DUCK!
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