Is there anything in life greater than true independence? I don't think the right question to ask is at what price, but, rather, when it will happen.

Also, I don't think it is just "discussions". I believe it is a little more severe than that. For someone that has had to flee an incredibly damaging and abusive "family" situation, I can completely empathize. People that have damaged you can be so toxic that their mere presence can give you a panic attack. I speak from personal experience.