Context: I get very anxious around my mom…
I wonder what parents think.
My mom told me: “There’s nothing to be afraid of, I’m your mom, I’ll never hurt you” and completely dismisses my anxiety issue…
Context: I get very anxious around my mom…
I wonder what parents think.
My mom told me: “There’s nothing to be afraid of, I’m your mom, I’ll never hurt you” and completely dismisses my anxiety issue…
This question is better answered by people with anxiety.
Most people don’t understand anxiety and approach it in less than helpful ways when you seek help.
What we don’t know is what you said to your mom to elicit that response.
Unless your mother has harmed or threatened you, you need to seek support to work on yourself so you can feel better.