I blocked my mum forever – I didn’t realise I’d lose my dad and brother too

‘Where r u???’

‘Call me please.’

‘Why won’t u answer????’

I checked my phone and sighed. I knew I should call my mother back, but I’d just finished work and my younger brother had asked for help with a job application.

I had already messaged her saying I was home, so she knew I was alive and safe.   

Plus, phone calls with her were long and draining. One of her favourite subjects was why I was a failure – this usually…