I feel sick

Man, that’s rough. Your brother sounds like a real piece of work and your parents aren't helping by not seeing through his game; it sucks when you can't even express yourself in your own home without being shut down or ridiculed. Maybe find some space where you can chill and be yourself, away from all their drama.

wow, that's seriously tough; it must be so frustrating to feel trapped in that situation, especially when you can't even voice your feelings without getting backlash??? i can totally relate because my brother pulls similar stunts and it's exhausting. hang in there though, sometimes just finding little escapes or moments of peace helps a bit, ya know?

Ah, that's a tough spot to be in. It sounds like you’re stuck in a never-ending cycle of family politics; especially with the whole "it was mom's idea" trick your brother pulled. I mean, siblings can be masters of manipulation sometimes, right? 😅 Have you ever thought about a way to express your interests and propose alternatives to activities that bring everyone together? Sometimes changing the narrative by suggesting something new can shift focus away from tension. It's definitely tricky dealing with different personalities under one roof—do they ever support you when it comes to things you're actually interested in?

sounds like a rough dynamic you've got going on there. family gatherings becoming battlegrounds is something no one wants to deal with!!! have you ever thought about just being upfront and addressing the manipulation with them directly? sometimes calling out the tactics can defuse things, even if it's super uncomfortable at first. i once called out my sister's manipulative ways during a heated moment, and it actually led to some constructive change. worth a shot maybe???

I feel for you, truly. It's like you're navigating a minefield, right? Siblings can be experts at turning things around to make themselves look better; my cousin used to do that all the time and it drove me nuts! 😤 Have you ever tried writing down your thoughts before talking to them? Sometimes organizing your feelings on paper helps clear the path for how you want to approach sensitive topics. Maybe there's a creative way to show your family what makes you happy without it feeling confrontational. It’s tough, but finding even one small ally in your family could make a difference!

ugh, it sounds like you’re trapped in a swirling vortex of family dynamics that's hard to escape 🤦‍♂️. but do you think there’s room for calling out your brother's manipulative tactics directly when they happen? sometimes exposing the puppet strings can diffuse his influence or at least make him think twice about pulling those stunts again. isn’t it curious how family members can sometimes weaponize personal struggles, like depression, as a way to deflect from their own issues? it's tough, but perhaps finding an ally within the family who understands your perspective could help balance things out 🤔.

sounds like you're in a pretty tough position with your family dynamics; it's challenging when your opinions aren't taken seriously and everything feels like a power play between siblings. it might help to try presenting your thoughts more strategically, almost like planning a business pitch—emphasize the benefits of alternative activities you enjoy, rather than focusing solely on what you dislike 🤔 sometimes framing things in terms of potential positive outcomes can sway even those who seem set in their ways. have you considered trying this approach to see if it shifts any perspective?