you only have one life, run it yourself

They’ll put you in an early grave if you’re not careful then sit around crying like they never mistreated you.

Some people don't have access to opportunities to change it unfortunately, especially when it comes to housing in the modern economy. Now yes I understand the whole individual responsibility, take action, etc. argument but initiative only goes so far if there aren't opportunities to help.

the escapee knows a path

Trauma is hardwired into the subconscious and takes an additional amount of experience and discipline to break the pattern

I refuse to participate in my family’s group text because it sounds like they are all still in high school, so I let my wife represent our household in it because apparently my siblings are intimidated by her 🤣