Is it normal that i truly hate my mother?

I think my mother is a sociopath, or at least a very cold person. Every birthday that was supposed to be happy or at least fun, was always turned into something humiliating or depressing. On my 7th birthday, i got too excited for her patience and was sent to my room while my siblings and friends got to enjoy the party. She left the door open so that i could hear them laughing and enjoying the fun. On my next birthday, she made a big show out of giving my siblings really cool presents and giving me a sweater. Every time i did something that that annoyed her she would say that i was just like my father and would never be anything (though in adulthood, ive been the most successful in terms of financially of my whole family). When i told her i was sexually abused at age 9, her exact words were " you need to learn to fight back". There is of course more, but i think you get the jist at this point.

I truly hate her. When i heard through relatives that she had been diagnosed with lung and breast cancer, i felt my heart pound and im sure my eyes lit up. She lived through the cancer, however.

I have completely written her out of my life and have no desire to make amends or to give her another chance.
I guess what im really asking is has anyone else had this kind of relationship with a parent, one so toxic that you feel the need to cut off all ties to them? Responses are appreciated.

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  • sissycakes

    That is a very sad story.

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  • Tiaaaa

    I'm sorry that you went through that. It's normal and I think you shouldn't have contact with someone like that, it's horrible and she'll just tare you down. I'm happy you're more successful then all of your family, I bet it's a big nice kick in the ass to them, lol.

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    • Thanks for your responce, hun. I appreciate it.
      There is a good side to my story however, that i didnt mention. I was lucky enough to have a grandmother who had the insight to see the potential damage that would have occurred and did a great job of teachimg the principles of life; right and wrong, honor, and the importance of both self esteem and self respect. I was also lucky to have found a great wife who truly loves me. In the long run, i have been very blessed and im happy i have have been so fortunate in my life. It could have turned out much differently if i hadnt had these people.

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  • elleon

    i have a very similar thing going on with my mom. i think given the circumstances youve explained, its completely normal. honestly, i dont think id be too fond of my mom if she did that to me...

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