Narcissistic parents don't nurture children, they control them.

And the damage isn't always visible, but it shapes everything. 1️⃣ They Compete With Their Child's Success Example: Instead of celebrating achievements, they downplay or sabotage them. ❤️🩹How to heal: You're allowed to shine. Don't shrink to protect someone who never clapped for you. 2️⃣ They Guilt-Trip for Independence Example: "After everything I've done for you, this is how you treat me?" ❤️🩹How to heal: Guilt is not love. Distance from guilt-inducing behavior is often where healing begins. 3️⃣ They Invalidate Your Emotions Example: Crying is met with "Stop being dramatic" or "You're too sensitive." ❤️🩹How to heal: Your feelings are valid. Speak to yourself the way they never did.