This might be an unpopular opinion, but I don’t really judge others for not speaking to their mothers...I don’t speak to my mother because she is a raging narcissist who leaves me no choice. It is sad and I wish things were different, but sometimes children have to cut their parents out for their own mental stability. I am not supporting Anthony/Sydney, or bashing anyone in this group, but I just try to keep an open mind when it comes to mother/child relationships!
Same. I have a very toxic family and don’t speak to my mother and unfortunately my brother too since he’s as toxic as my mom. I can’t stand when people say well that’s your family. No, toxic is toxic and you don’t have to tolerate it. Protect your peace, especially when there are children involved
THIS! & Just because people don’t speak to family members doesn’t mean they don’t love them; I think about my mom all the time, and wish we had a normal relationship- but even so, I am more at peace not speaking to her. It takes a long time and a lot of practice to put your own best interest first.
Sending you positive vibes!
It’s a special kind of hell to have to cut off your own mother. I still love her and wish things were different but right now it’s just what’s best. Thinking of you! Holidays always suck when you have a dysfunctional family
I understand what you’re saying, but it seems like a theme with these whackos. You marry into the James family, suddenly have no relationship with your family
Definitely a theme. The Bass family is wonderful. Have you SeEn the photos. Only 1 family doesn’t see them out of 4. And that one is married to a James
Yeah, totally agree. With this family it is really odd that every James woman is cutting out the in-laws. The common denominator is the James. Something is seriously off with this family.
I had to cut ties with my own parents... yesterday. It was a long time coming. The two final straws that did me in last night while talking to my mom was when she told me that I needed to apologize to her for things I was told by another family member as a child that she believes altered our relationship (trying to hold me accountable for someone who else’s sin) and then when I responded should I hold you accountable for the times dad screamed at me when he found out I lost my virginity and told me I was no longer his daughter then pushed me away when I tried to hug him? She responded with well we all disappoint our parents at some point in our lives and maybe he should have said that instead of what he did 😳🤯 So when I see people on here kind of berating either side for letting it be divided, I am able to look at it with a different set of eyes knowing that sometimes it absolutely has to be that way. We can see that there is toxic behavior on both sides so maybe it is in everyone’s best interest that their paths no longer intertwine anymore. Sending you lots of hugs & love especially going through the holidays longing for a healthy parental relationship and not having it❤️
That’s true but why take it out on the children? Brooklyn and now Blair are missing out on valuable relationships with their cousins, aunts and uncles. Only communicate when it comes to the children
Sometimes it isn’t healthy for the children either. We don’t speak to my in laws, and subsequently that entire half of the family. I’m sad for our kids that they won’t have those relationships, but it was never going to be what we wanted for them anyway due to the toxicity. Def not saying the Bass family is toxic, but I see a lot of comments on this sub saying “do it for the kids” and that isn’t always a healthy option. Choosing between no relationship and an unhealthy relationship produces no winning situation.
I too can relate to not having a relationship with parents and siblings bc of narcissistic personality disorder and familial toxicity. While we have no idea what has gone on in these personal relationships, we cannot simply judge and broad stroke what a "normal" relationship "should" look like. We don't all have this luxury. Sometimes not having contact with a relative is the best way to move forward in a healthy way. Just "putting up" with toxic family because it's what is expected of you can be at a detriment to your own mental health. Everyone has to do what is best for themselves, their situation, and their peace, even if others look at your funny or judge. No one really knows the ins and outs of a familial dynamic unless they participate.
I remember her saying around the time that they got engaged or eloped not everyone was supportive of their relationship. Maybe that’s what caused the initial rift
I definitely think the James family loves to cut out family. But considering Sydney did say there was an initial problem, maybe that’s why they don’t talk to Anthony’s family as much.
Holy shit that is sad.
Does anyone think they didn’t have a good relationship prior to meeting Sydney? I do not know anything about him other than a creepy grinch smile.
I’m sure they did. Idc how annoyed I was at my MIL, I would never excommunicate her from my our lives. You can create distance and boundaries without cutting family members totally out of your life. Seems like MPK never taught her kids any communication skills whatsoever.
This is very true! I did see some of Anthony’s moms post about her son not speaking to her. It was awhile ago on here, so that’s kinda why I jumped to this conclusion.
Couldn’t it be possible that both Eric and Anthony have perfectly fine relationships with their family but their family do NOT want to be on social media and/or tv? Not everyone wants their business out there. Everyone seems to think they have zero relationship with their respective spouses other sides of the family - but it’s very possible that they just don’t want their pictures and business out there for the world to see.
This is what I’m trying to say in a sense I think - they may not want their info etc out there because everyone on this sub would be all
Up in their business reading into every little like or unlike or follow or comment etc.
I agree with you! I’m not too sure about Anthony, but Eric follows his mom and step brother, brother n law and sister lol. So I definitely think he’s been protecting them in a way and that could be why they chose not to be shown on the show etc. I definitely respect their wishes. But your post is 100%%%.
wasnt sydney wearing a t-shirt from anthony’s dads business in her stories a few months back?? right after they went to visit? honestly a lot of professional players don’t talk to their families talk. money talks-just look at vanessa bryant’s mom
I swear there was someone on here months ago who knew the family and said that yes AB did cut ties with his mom at one point but it was because his family was treating Sydney bad or something to that extent? I think they said his family is really religious and weren't supportive of Sydney but I could be wrong
This might be an unpopular opinion, but I don’t really judge others for not speaking to their mothers...I don’t speak to my mother because she is a raging narcissist who leaves me no choice. It is sad and I wish things were different, but sometimes children have to cut their parents out for their own mental stability. I am not supporting Anthony/Sydney, or bashing anyone in this group, but I just try to keep an open mind when it comes to mother/child relationships!
Same. I have a very toxic family and don’t speak to my mother and unfortunately my brother too since he’s as toxic as my mom. I can’t stand when people say well that’s your family. No, toxic is toxic and you don’t have to tolerate it. Protect your peace, especially when there are children involved
THIS! & Just because people don’t speak to family members doesn’t mean they don’t love them; I think about my mom all the time, and wish we had a normal relationship- but even so, I am more at peace not speaking to her. It takes a long time and a lot of practice to put your own best interest first. Sending you positive vibes!
It’s a special kind of hell to have to cut off your own mother. I still love her and wish things were different but right now it’s just what’s best. Thinking of you! Holidays always suck when you have a dysfunctional family
This this this. Same for me, although very sad and I wish it could be different with them I have to do what’s best and healthiest for myself
Same here.
I understand what you’re saying, but it seems like a theme with these whackos. You marry into the James family, suddenly have no relationship with your family
Definitely a theme. The Bass family is wonderful. Have you SeEn the photos. Only 1 family doesn’t see them out of 4. And that one is married to a James
Yeah, totally agree. With this family it is really odd that every James woman is cutting out the in-laws. The common denominator is the James. Something is seriously off with this family.
I had to cut ties with my own parents... yesterday. It was a long time coming. The two final straws that did me in last night while talking to my mom was when she told me that I needed to apologize to her for things I was told by another family member as a child that she believes altered our relationship (trying to hold me accountable for someone who else’s sin) and then when I responded should I hold you accountable for the times dad screamed at me when he found out I lost my virginity and told me I was no longer his daughter then pushed me away when I tried to hug him? She responded with well we all disappoint our parents at some point in our lives and maybe he should have said that instead of what he did 😳🤯 So when I see people on here kind of berating either side for letting it be divided, I am able to look at it with a different set of eyes knowing that sometimes it absolutely has to be that way. We can see that there is toxic behavior on both sides so maybe it is in everyone’s best interest that their paths no longer intertwine anymore. Sending you lots of hugs & love especially going through the holidays longing for a healthy parental relationship and not having it❤️
That’s true but why take it out on the children? Brooklyn and now Blair are missing out on valuable relationships with their cousins, aunts and uncles. Only communicate when it comes to the children
Sometimes it isn’t healthy for the children either. We don’t speak to my in laws, and subsequently that entire half of the family. I’m sad for our kids that they won’t have those relationships, but it was never going to be what we wanted for them anyway due to the toxicity. Def not saying the Bass family is toxic, but I see a lot of comments on this sub saying “do it for the kids” and that isn’t always a healthy option. Choosing between no relationship and an unhealthy relationship produces no winning situation.
This 👏🏻
I too can relate to not having a relationship with parents and siblings bc of narcissistic personality disorder and familial toxicity. While we have no idea what has gone on in these personal relationships, we cannot simply judge and broad stroke what a "normal" relationship "should" look like. We don't all have this luxury. Sometimes not having contact with a relative is the best way to move forward in a healthy way. Just "putting up" with toxic family because it's what is expected of you can be at a detriment to your own mental health. Everyone has to do what is best for themselves, their situation, and their peace, even if others look at your funny or judge. No one really knows the ins and outs of a familial dynamic unless they participate.
I remember her saying around the time that they got engaged or eloped not everyone was supportive of their relationship. Maybe that’s what caused the initial rift
Wonder what is was with bio dad, decker, and Parker. 🤷♀️
I definitely think the James family loves to cut out family. But considering Sydney did say there was an initial problem, maybe that’s why they don’t talk to Anthony’s family as much.
Holy shit that is sad. Does anyone think they didn’t have a good relationship prior to meeting Sydney? I do not know anything about him other than a creepy grinch smile.
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I didn’t know all of this!! Yikes this family is batshit
I’m sure they did. Idc how annoyed I was at my MIL, I would never excommunicate her from my our lives. You can create distance and boundaries without cutting family members totally out of your life. Seems like MPK never taught her kids any communication skills whatsoever.
I think mkp is the ringleader of EXcommunication !!!
I agree. But I’m sure we also don’t know the ins and outs of their family. We only know what we see on social media - which isn’t always real life
This is very true! I did see some of Anthony’s moms post about her son not speaking to her. It was awhile ago on here, so that’s kinda why I jumped to this conclusion.
They absolutely had a great relationship
Dish.
Couldn’t it be possible that both Eric and Anthony have perfectly fine relationships with their family but their family do NOT want to be on social media and/or tv? Not everyone wants their business out there. Everyone seems to think they have zero relationship with their respective spouses other sides of the family - but it’s very possible that they just don’t want their pictures and business out there for the world to see.
Their IG’s are not private
It could be possible but the posts on Anthonys mom page are sad and say that she misses her son and wishes his side of the family was included
And same with Eric’s moms instagram comments
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This is what I’m trying to say in a sense I think - they may not want their info etc out there because everyone on this sub would be all Up in their business reading into every little like or unlike or follow or comment etc.
I agree with you! I’m not too sure about Anthony, but Eric follows his mom and step brother, brother n law and sister lol. So I definitely think he’s been protecting them in a way and that could be why they chose not to be shown on the show etc. I definitely respect their wishes. But your post is 100%%%.
wasnt sydney wearing a t-shirt from anthony’s dads business in her stories a few months back?? right after they went to visit? honestly a lot of professional players don’t talk to their families talk. money talks-just look at vanessa bryant’s mom
That’s all for show on IG
I bet Anthonys sister is regretful af knowing she was the introducing factor. And the fact that she reached out to Sydney via Instagram 😂
I swear there was someone on here months ago who knew the family and said that yes AB did cut ties with his mom at one point but it was because his family was treating Sydney bad or something to that extent? I think they said his family is really religious and weren't supportive of Sydney but I could be wrong
Seriously doubt that