8 Hidden Habits in Your Family That Reveal Deeper Dysfunction Than You Ever Imagined
It was heartbreaking. When the people closest to you minimize your growth, it discourages you from believing in your potential.
It’s a red flag that they may not be invested in your well-being as much as in keeping the old family narrative alive.
6. They use guilt or shame as a control tactic
Guilt and shame are powerful emotions, and in a dysfunctional family, these feelings are often leveraged to maintain control.
Are you told how much your parents sacrificed, so the least you can do is show up at every gathering? Are snarky comments made about how you’re “too busy for family” if you miss one phone call?
