AITA for asking my daughter to stop complaining about her life. She chose it.
Geena’s world unraveled six years ago when love slipped through her fingers and financial burdens crushed her dreams.
Leaving behind a marriage for excitement, she found herself alone in a costly condo, fighting to keep a semblance of s**bility for her children.
But the weight of unpaid levies and the harsh realities of ownership forced her to sell, shattering the life she had fought so hard to build. Meanwhile, life marched on around her.
Dan, her ex-husband, found new happiness with Madison, whose warmth and growing family bring joy to the grandchildren.
And Geena, now back under her parents’ roof, is trapped in a cycle of endless work and quiet despair, her once bright future dimmed by regret and unspoken pain.
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The original poster (OP) is caught between supporting their daughter, Geena, who expresses significant regret and continuous complaint about her post-divorce financial and romantic circumstances, and acknowledging the consequences of Geena's past decisions.
The central conflict lies in the OP's choice to finally voice a truth—that past choices lead to current realities—which resulted in his daughter experiencing intense emotional distress and his wife criticizing him for the perceived harshness.
Given Geena’s ongoing unhappiness and financial strain stemming from decisions made six years ago, should parents prioritize offering unwavering emotional support and accommodation, or is it necessary to deliver direct, reality-checking feedback about past actions, even if it causes immediate pain?
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