They might also feel resentful that you missed out on so many family occasions when they were growing up. It’s interesting that they are choosing to hurt you by being absent when your absence was a ...

"It mentions that the stats are from Concise Oxford English Dictionary in 2004, although current colleagues aren't sure when the piece itself was written, and I'm afraid we don't have any newer ...

Instead of: “You never want to spend time with me anymore.” Try: “I’m sorry you can’t make it to our plans tonight. I understand you don’t have the energy when you feel so low.