A young woman has sparked widespread discussion on social media after expressing open joy over the collapse of her aunt’s marriage.
In a now-viral post, the woman described the deep emotional wounds she suffered while living with her aunt, stating that the breakdown of the marriage feels like a form of justice or “karma.”
According to her account, while growing up under her aunt’s roof, she was frequently belittled and emotionally abused.
“Any small thing I did, she would say, ‘This is what you’ll do and end up like your mom,’” she recalled.
Her late mother and the aunt were full siblings, yet she claims she was constantly compared unfavourably to her mother and treated with disdain.
The young woman said the emotional trauma from such statements left long-lasting scars, especially since her mother is deceased and unable to defend herself.
What has added to her sense of vindication, she says, is that the same marriage her aunt often used as a standard to judge and accuse her has now crumbled.
“She even accused me of being a problem in her marriage. Now that the marriage is over, I feel peace. Karma is real,” she stated.
While her reaction has drawn mixed feelings online—some sympathizing with her pain and others criticizing her public celebration of a family member’s misfortune—it has reignited conversations about emotional abuse within families and how unhealed trauma can manifest.
Mental health advocates have weighed in, urging individuals from toxic family environments to seek support and healing rather than holding on to resentment.
They also caution against celebrating others’ misfortunes, as it may be a sign of unresolved emotional damage.
The aunt in question has not responded publicly.