My mom still talks to me like I'm a child even though I'm thirty-five, and when I try to set boundaries she acts hurt and says I'm being ungrateful, and my dad just stays out of it which somehow makes it worse.
More people experience this than they realize.
The family system resists the natural evolution toward adult equality, leaving everyone trapped in outdated roles that no longer serve.
“Where Are You with Love and power dynamics?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.