What is a Glass Child?

 

Have you ever experienced any of these feelings/thoughts/situations?

* You feel guilty about your own struggles because you believe others "have it worse".

* You find yourself thinking in extremes - either everything is fine or everything is terrible.

* You don’t like sharing childhood stories or memories with others.

* You feel like you don’t have the right to complain about anything, because you’re “the lucky one".

* You feel uneasy in social situations.

* Finding yourself thinking in extremes - either everything is fine or everything is terrible, with little room for the in-between?

* Feeling different from peers whose families don't face similar challenges, leading you to keep your distance?

* Having others dismiss your feelings with phrases like "but you're the healthy one" or "at least you're okay"?

* Taking on a caretaker role from an early age, always trying to be "the good child" who doesn't cause problems?

* Worrying that others will judge your family if you open up about your experiences?

* Keeping your distance from social situations to avoid questions or explanations about your family?

* Carrying feelings of shame or guilt about your thoughts and feelings regarding your sibling?

* Experiencing anxiety about what the future holds for you and your sibling?

 

* Wondering if sharing your story might help others feel less alone? We hear you. Talk to us. The Glass Child Community