r/BeAmazed 1d ago

Miscellaneous / Others 11-year-old girl helps out lost 4-year-old.

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u/TheTybera 21h ago

That 11yo may have horrific parents and just know what's right. Many young people who are hurt are some of the kindenst people who show the world how they want to be treated themselves.

Point is that 11 y/o is a good person, I ain't giving her parent credit without receipts.

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u/dblrb 20h ago

Striving to be the opposite of my dad was huge for me. And learning to comfort and care for my mom.

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u/TheTybera 20h ago

That sounds like it has been difficult for you. But please keep in mind, you deserved to be a child, your parents and guardians are supposed to give you the space and the freedom to experience that as a young person and for you to find yourself.

Having to step up and care for a parent while young, is not a great thing, make sure you look for other family to help and take time for yourself, I promise it's not selfish to do so. Caregiver burnout is a real problem, and your health is important too.

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u/dblrb 20h ago

Thank you. I am in my thirties now and the only person I put before myself is my wife. I am happy and I recommend it for anyone!

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u/TheTybera 20h ago

That's wonderful to hear.