Hi everyone,
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I established in a previous post (on a previous account) that my parents, most probably my father, who I have not spoken to in five years, contacted and met my professional mentors, approximately five years ago. One of my mentors gave me hints, but it took me time to process this information and figure out what to do. They have avoided me on and off for the past few years.
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In the past few months, our relationship has been friendlier. One of my mentors has become a co-author on a paper for my PhD.
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I have confronted my mother multiple times, but gave up for a couple of years ago. I have confronted her again recently. She denies it vehemently. My mentor who is working with me on the paper has been less involved with the paper since then and was avoiding me. It may be a coincidence.
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I tried to organise a lunch for Christmas. It was booked for Friday, but my mentor conveniently developed COVID. My mother has been in a very bad mood all week, but was suddenly bubbly and friendly again this evening.
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What would you suggest? Should I ask to speak to one of my mentors over the phone? Should I tell her about the abuse and the fact that I have complex PTSD?
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Thank you in advance!
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tl;dr Parents contacted my mentors and are now avoiding me. How do I contact them about it?