# Why blocking my volatile mother after a lifetime of her cruel jibes and screaming fits is the best decision I ever made

> After years of her cruel comments and screaming fits, I blocked my volatile mother to protect my family from her toxicity.
- Title: Why blocking my volatile mother after a lifetime of her cruel…
- Summary: After years of her cruel comments and screaming fits, I blocked my volatile mother to protect my family from her toxicity. I blocked my volatile mother after…
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- Published: 2026-10-08T05:15:36+00:00
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- Topics: eilidh dorgan, mother, blocking, family estrangement, toxic relationship, childhood trauma, parenting, family dynamics, news, entertainment
## My mother's cruel comments
At a family lunch, my mother started picking through family members with venom, calling one 'lazy', another 'awful', and my aunt 'well, she’s fine'.

> lazy, awful, well she’s fine
## I blocked my mother
I stood up, announced my departure, and blocked her on email, phone, and social media after hearing her cruel comments on speakerphone.
## My childhood with mother
We lived in a large house in Richmond, Surrey, with Christmases in Barbados and my father attending all my sports games.
## Mother's explosive behavior
My mother screamed and banged on my door until my stepfather negotiated her away, often after I defended myself.
## Mother's conspiracy theories
My mother believed anyone could be out to offend, upset, or steal, and she spread hateful conspiracy theories about strangers.
## Mother's impact on me
I felt panic before flights home, checking my weight and hair color to avoid her diet changes and criticism.
## Mother's alcohol-fueled rages
After drinks, my mother would send late-night emails filled with expletives, twisting my words into attacks.
## Mother's influence on children
My children now see my mother as a nurturing figure who listens to their toy cars and monster drawings.
## The decision to block
I blocked my mother to protect my family from her toxicity, knowing she could never apologize or accept responsibility.
## Family estrangement
Family estrangement has been in the spotlight with high-profile examples like the Beckhams and Ramsays, but experts say it’s not necessarily rising.
## Children's perspective
My four-year-old daughter excitedly proclaimed, 'I was with my grandmother!' after a museum visit with my mother.

> i was with my grandmother
## The solution
By creating boundaries, I can get the best out of my mother while shielding myself and my family from her volatility.
## Key takeaway

I blocked my volatile mother after a lifetime of her cruel jibes and screaming fits to protect my family from her toxicity.