Do you have to deal with a difficult parent that robs you of your sanity? It could be your biological parent, a stepparent, or, perhaps, a toxic in-law, but the effect they have on you is the same: hurt, confusion, disappointment, anger, and desire to withdraw. This article will discuss how to deal with difficult […]
Difficult Parents
An archive of articles about difficult, toxic, controlling, manipulative, selfish, narcissistic, and abusive parents.
20 Heartbreaking Signs of a Manipulative Mother
Manipulators come in all shapes and sizes. However, there is something particularly painful and twisted about a manipulative mother. A mother-child bond is sacred. For many of us, motherly love is the only truly unconditional, pure love we will ever experience. So when you have a mother who is manipulative, withholding, and cruel, it flips […]
10 Boundaries You Need to Set With Your Toxic Parent
If you’re dealing with a controlling, manipulative, toxic parent, you know that they thrive on overstepping your boundaries and pushing your “buttons.” And they often do it with impunity because they are…well, family. That’s precisely why setting boundaries with a parent isn’t easy. But it’s the only way to protect yourself from their overbearing, irrational […]
Which Comic Book Character Is Your Abusive Mother?
You’ve always known that your abusive mother is not entirely human. That kind of evil has to be superhuman, akin to villains and mutants from the comic books. So let’s play a game: which DC or Marvel comic book character is your mommy dearest? 1. Killer Frost Mother Oooooooh she is as cold as ice! […]
Physical Discipline: How Does Being Hit Affect Children?
Are there acceptable forms of physical discipline? How does being hit affect children? And if there is a way to undo the damage? Read on to find out. Being hit is bad enough. But physical abuse at the hands of the person who’s supposed to love and protect you is simply devastating. I know this […]
15 Signs of a Toxic Grandparent and How to Deal with Them
This blog post will help you recognize 15 warning signs of a toxic grandparent and deal with them with confidence and clarity. When you’re in a relationship with someone who mistreats you, it’s common to hear advice like “dump him immediately.” However, when it comes to an abusive family member, the response often shifts to […]