Today, I got into a heated argument with my mom. Apparently, my seeking medicinal treatments for my cancer is blasphemous. According to her, I should just pray my cancer away. FML
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Today, I found out that my mother, who's been against me seeking treatment for my cancer, has been going to different churches and charities to get donations for her "poor ailing daughter." I've not seen a dime of this money, and my mom just tells me to pray my cancer away. FML
Today, I was watching the episode of New Amsterdam where a man's cancer goes into remission very abruptly. As the doctors wonder how the hell that's possible, my mom says, "God." Okay. So if this "God" controls what happens to your body, why is cancer still a thing? My mom is no longer religious. She's delusional. FML
Today, I got my very first yeast infection. Thinking she would help me, I went to my mom. Instead she began yelling about how I'm lying and it's an STD and I don't believe in the power of Jesus. FML
Today, my mother in law basically said I deserve my breast cancer, all because I declined to take part in one of her "March Against Cancer" events a while ago. I guess donating money to cancer research instead of going on a meaningless march really messed up my karma. FML
Today, my mom had a tantrum and screamed at me over my use of bronzer. She called me a selfish bitch and claimed that I'm somehow slowly giving myself skin cancer. FML
Today, my wife has cancer but rather than go to hospital like a sane person, she has started going to church as often as possible, even though in the history of mankind I can’t remember a single instance where praying to some statue with a cross has ever cured cancer. FML
Today, my mom refuses to believe that she’s responsible for my anxiety and nervous bowel conditions. She has screamed and berated me literally every day since I can remember. She would burst into my room and accuse me of hiding someone in there, and constantly used her religion to bully me. FML
Today, my fanatical Christian stepfather told me that my genetic illness is a result of demon possession, and that I'd be cured if I allow his church to perform a "healing prayer demon expulsion" on me. FML
Today, my mother threatened my psychiatrist with legal action because he told her the organic and herbal "medicine" she swears by don't actually "cure" mental illness like she claims. FML
Today, as I was brushing my teeth, I heard my mum praying to God to help her "get rid of such a stupid child". I have no idea what I've done wrong, and she's refused to talk to me all day. FML
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slym12312425 9
If you're a minor reach out to either police or CPS and make sure to mention the exacts of the case, because many states have laws against relying on "faith healers" and prayer alone when dealing with deadly conditions like yours. It also sounds like your mom needs serious mental help because "praying away cancer" is a delusion. If you're an adult however, get the treatment you need and be ready for fallout with the crazy.
Smithworthy 20
**** that, treat yourself. I hope it works out for you
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DrSamba 7
This ******* shit infuriates me. If your mom thinks her deluded prayers work, let her have her fun, but do whatever *you* have to to get proper science-based medical treatment. If you're a minor, you may have to go to court. Either contact CPS or get a guardian ad litem, an attorney who will represent *your* best interests in court. There are attorneys who will do this pro bono. Good luck!
Giritina99 2
This is a messed up situation. I sincerely hope you get proper treatment. Please don't let your Mother's ignorance (no offense) claim your life. If you are a minor please call the police or CPS.. Even talk to another family member who might help you out. Blessings OP.
RJR 5
Take a hint, she wishes you were never born.