At My Brother’s Housewarming, I Did The Work—But Wasn’t Invited To Brunch

you; it’s that they’ll convince themselves—and try to convince you—that being used is what love looks like. If you recognize yourself in this narrative, the most important question isn’t “Am I being too harsh?” but rather, “Has this relationship ever been sustained by anything other than my willingness to accept less than I deserve?” Setting boundaries continue reading …