Your room is dirty? It’s okay, we all have our messes.

You haven’t showered this week? I’m just glad you’re here.

You cry in front of me? I’ll get you a tissue, pull you in for a hug, give you some space. Whatever would provide comfort.

Your grades in school have been slipping? A score does not define one’s worth. 

You’re three months clean? Ate a full meal? You’re doing amazing, I’m proud, and I will be no matter what.

I have had a messy room. (You’re a lazy slob.)

I have struggled to shower. (You’re disgusting.)

I have cried in front of people. (You’re such an attention seeker, suck it up.)

I have gotten grades that weren’t up to standard. (You’re so dumb, do better.)

I’ve been three months clean before, and started eating again. (You don’t deserve that.)

I am a hypocrite.