Living with a constant threat

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Every child loves its mother. But what is it like when you are neglected and manipulated by her and she makes you feel guilty? About growing up with a mentally ill mother – and a late liberation.

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The letter was shaking in my hands, I had torn the envelope open in the mailbox. A fine, I thought, the suitcase on wheels wobbled between my knees.

I came back fresh from vacation, but as soon as I got home, everything seemed to start all over again. Black spots appeared before my eyes, hot foam seemed to rise up the back of my neck, I lowered myself onto a step in the stairwell. Breathe in and out calmly.