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I'm Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy
5.0
dark emotional sad tense medium-paced

Growing up watching iCarly.. I did not suspect that she was actually struggling behind the scenes. Shows how good PR and a game face can conceal it all. Rumors about Dan Schneider “The Creator” confirmed. I love that she and Miranda are good friends. The tea with Ariana Grande.. no crumbs left. Life of a child actor is rough especially since your parent probably likely coerced you into it and as you couldn’t consent at that age. The eating disorder is very toxic and impacts your habits deeply for the rest of your life. Grapples with loving your mom but knowing that toxic and narcissistic behavior is not okay. Knowing it’s ok to feel that way hence the blunt title. 
She knows her shit now and won’t take anyones BS after always putting her mom’s desires first. She prioritizes her needs and has personal autonomy as she should now.

Just thinking about everything she has endured and how she could be free only WHEN HER MOM DIED is heartbreaking. I’m proud of her for being resilient and sharing her story.

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