Fust because I am related to them doesn't give them the right to treat me however they want. Family doesn't mean control, and friendship definitely doesn't mean I am an emotional dumping yard. Either take responsibility for your behavior, or let's respectfully maintain distance. If they can't, maybe they are fully aware they were being inconsiderate and nonsensical. And if they know it, of course I know it too. 1am not the fool they think I am, no matter how convenient that assumption feels to them. I also know they will most likely choose distance over accountability because it's easier and saves their ego. They are arrogant enough to believe I will always be there, just one call or text away, because that's how I spoiled them in the past. What they don't know is that I now have boundaries so strong even five elephants couldn't break them, although a polite herd of llamas with good manners might still negotiate a meeting.