Dear Abby: I want to move across the country to be with my fiancé—but I’m scared to leave my ill family behind
By Dear Abby
Published on April 2, 2026.
A woman who has been in a long-distance relationship with her fiancé for nearly six years and engaged for two years is worried about leaving behind her family, including her parents and brother, who have health issues and a history of seizures. The anxiety of leaving them behind is overwhelming, and she is torn between pursuing happiness with her partner and staying close to them. At almost 40, she may not have been able to convince her mother and brother to adopt healthier lifestyles, and consult a licensed psychologist for help overcoming this anxiety. As a result, she should consider living her own life and not project her feelings onto the family.
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