Society often places great emphasis on family, and that blood is thicker than water. TV shows and movies show endless chances and forgiveness in the name of family. People will behave atrociously, then others will say, " But that's your mother, father, brother, sister! etc." This is all nonsense in my opinion. We choose our friends, but inherit our family. Family ties don't excuse bad behavior. When someone demonstrates that such behavior is going to continue, we should not continue to tolerate it because they are family. It's not only ok to let go of them from your life, it may be necessary. When this is necessary, we need to forgive them. Not "forgive and forget" and go right back to (bad) business as usual. Forgive and walk away. My family are very much financial predators and narcissists. They don't change. I forgave them for MY peace of mind, then moved 1100 miles away over 40 years ago. If you have family that behaves badly and it is not going to change, give yourself permission to let them go. Forgive them for your own mental health, but know its ok to move on. Family does not excuse everything despite what some say.