“Unveiling the Hidden Truth: 5 Behaviors That Drive a Wedge Between You and Your Parents as You Age”
This avoidance is a common behavior among people who feel distant from their parents.
Confronting difficult topics can feel uncomfortable or even overwhelming, especially if you fear conflict or worry it won’t lead to resolution.
As a result, many choose to stick to surface-level interactions, avoiding anything that might rock the boat.
But avoiding tough conversations doesn’t make the issues go away—it just creates more distance.
Psychotherapist Jennifer Gerlach puts it perfectly: “Evading difficult conversations can lead to miscommunication, relationship breakdown, and compromised values.”
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