I Was Abandoned By My Family Due To My Golden Sister’s Success, Now She’s Begging....- Reddit Family

I Was Abandoned By My Family Due To My Golden Sister’s Success, Now She’s Begging....- Reddit Family
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I Was Abandoned By My Family Due To My Golden Sister’s Success, Now She’s Begging For Help As The Family Business Falls Apart.
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The OP, a 32-year-old woman, shares her journey of being ostracized by her family in favor of her "golden child" sister, Sarah. Despite her parents’ financial support of Sarah’s education and career, they refused to help OP with her MBA, even to co-sign a loan. With the support of her successful Aunt Margaret, OP pursued her MBA and built a thriving career. However, Sarah, consumed by jealousy, fabricated evidence to paint OP as a traitor, leading their parents to expel her from the family home.

Three years later, the family business is failing, and Sarah returns, seeking OP’s help. Though OP feels a twinge of satisfaction at their downfall, she ultimately refuses, realizing her worth and setting boundaries. Her parents later plead for assistance but reveal illegal activities threatening their livelihood. OP reports them to authorities, ensuring justice while maintaining her independence.

Now, OP thrives professionally and personally, supported by Aunt Margaret and a chosen family of friends and colleagues. She reflects on her growth, asserting that self-preservation and boundaries are vital when dealing with toxic family dynamics.
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