Dealing with toxic parents is one of the most uncomfortable and complicated things ever. You love them, but… the manipulation, guilt trips, boundary stomping, and emotional rollercoasters may be a level of unhealthy that's turning your relationship toxic. Maybe they guilt-trip you - even for small things like buying yourself a sweet treat. Maybe they can’t respect your boundaries - like calling you too late. Maybe you leave every convo feeling like the problem even when you’re just trying to protect your peace. Sound familiar?
Inspired by an article from PsychCentral, we’re sharing 10 thoughtful, therapist-backed ways to deal with toxic parent behavior—without spiraling or second-guessing yourself.
In this episode, we unpack: how to recognize if the level of gaslighting or guilt tripping is actually unhealthy, what healthy boundaries look and sound like, and how to break the cycle by focusing on the only thing you can actually control...YOU.
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