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Fedup With Taking Care Of Family- Sacrificing Self And Dreams
I live in a large family. I have five brothers and elderly parents. Since last year, my mother has been paralyzed due to a stroke, and I am the one who takes complete care of her—whether she needs to go somewhere, to the doctor, or needs to be looked after at home. All of my brothers are married and each of them has children. Whenever any of the children or female adults become ill, I am usually the one who takes them to the doctor. From time to time, my brothers assign me tasks, telling me to do this or that. In addition to all this, hosting guests is also my responsibility, and on top of everything else, I go to the shop every morning as well.
I feel distressed when I think about my future and my own status. My entire identity has become limited to raising and caring for my brothers’ children. I have hopes in life, but because of these responsibilities, I am unable to fulfill them. I do not know whom to turn to. Every time my heart feels heavy, I turn to my mother, but she too is unable to do anything. I also do not know how to speak to my brothers.
I am 24 years old. The past fifteen years of my life have been spent serving the household and carrying out my brothers’ orders. My mother is dear to me; even if serving her were a sin, I would still do it. What does Islam say? Is obedience to elders permissible to this extent? I can no longer bear it. My psychological state is disturbed, and I can no longer control my anger. God forbid that I end up humiliating or disrespecting someone.
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Fedup With Taking Care Of Family- Sacrificing Self And Dreams
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