Karen, I know I read many people's threads daily, but don't post often because I have no wise words to offer.
I think it's the hardest thing in the world to overcome your upbringing. I know mine has haunted me since I left home at 18 and continues to haunt me in all of my relationships with people.
Counseling did help me somewhat in putting it behind me and moving on, but so much of it is ingrained and is still reinforced somewhat by my current relationship with my parents. Have you discussed ways to move beyond/cope with our childhood with a counselor?
