Not happy unless center of attention

I ended up with a combination of both, limit my exposure and tell her like it is.

Gloria

As to your situation if I were you I would be careful who you talk to in the family about this. They already know how to deal with her. Someone who wants to be the center of attention needs an audience. Just don't buy a ticket to the show.

And as Gloria pointed out, bless you Gloria. She is a human being and has feelings. Turn the other cheek and just be nice. Treat her nicely and you may be surprised that she isn't as bad as you think. By the way gossip in families is not a good idea in my opinion. If someone wants to dish the dirt don't listen.

Be the bigger person and get along with everyone even the gal who wants to be the center of attention. She sounds sad to me and insecure.

Post edited by: norma, at: 04/13/2008 18:12

Welcome to the group. I am glad you have found us.

Maybe she just wants to help, and be important, but doesn't know how. She might want attention.She may want to be apart of the family events.

Her husband is cheating on her, she might be in some pain, and needs support. Maybe they are protecting her husband by being afraid to get involved.

It maybe hard to deal with people like this. Just be friendly, and give her her space, or have a talk with her, and try to be helpful,instead of judgemental like the others seem to be.

Hang in there. Feel free to vent , share, and ask questions.