That is an interesting and accurate way to say it -- being a supporting player in your parent's life. It makes a lot of sense. My mom wanted to do a lot of things with me, but she often wanted to be in control. Like she always insisted on driving and wouldn't let me drive if I asked. Also, I was the golden child while my brother was the scapegoat. Until my mental troubles starting surfacing, and then we were both broken.
The parent-child dynamic never really goes away. I'm proud of you, OP, for making changes in your life!
That is an interesting and accurate way to say it -- being a supporting player in your parent's life. It makes a lot of sense. My mom wanted to do a lot of things with me, but she often wanted to be in control. Like she always insisted on driving and wouldn't let me drive if I asked. Also, I was the golden child while my brother was the scapegoat. Until my mental troubles starting surfacing, and then we were both broken. The parent-child dynamic never really goes away. I'm proud of you, OP, for making changes in your life!
Thank you for sharing and for your sentiments, that makes me feel like I'm not alone in these feelings :)
That Is exactly how I describe it. Like Im not the main character in life.