It's been about 2 months since my mom left rehab and according to my daughters, she has been doing well at home. She has even been driving. She hasn't called me since her grandson picked her up from rehab and I can't help but feel guilty about the whole situation. But I also feel somewhat relieved that I haven't been involved in her medical decisions. I know if I hadn't taken her to the hospital, she wouldn't have received the psychiatric or physical care she needed. I am certain the new medication they started her on during her inpatient stay is working wonders because before, she wanted to sell her house and car. But now I feel like I lost my mom. I am hoping as time goes on, either she will reach out to me or I will learn to deal with the fact that she wants nothing to do with me.
" I know if I hadn't taken her to the hospital, she wouldn't have received the psychiatric or physical care she needed".
I think it's only natural to wish the outcome feels good to everyone. Maybe in time.. I don't know.
This is part of the *letting go with love* approach. You have let go of any enmeshment. It may have left a hole 😥. Fill that void with other people, pets, hobbies you love. Fill it with self-care & kindness. 🤗