How do you deal with a cruel mother?
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How do you deal with a cruel mother?
How to survive a difficult parent
- Stay calm. When a horrid parent starts criticising you it can be frightening and infuriating.
- Learn to accept your situation.
- Don’t retaliate.
- Look to your future with hope.
- Believe in yourself.
- Talk to someone you trust.
- Look after yourself.
Why do moms say hurtful things?
Your mom may be saying hurtful things as because she thinks you are dependent on her. You will not respond to her hurtful sayings. But, you need to show her that you are independent and you do not need her support if she keep on saying bad things to you all the time.
Why does my mom criticize me for doing nothing right?
“If you find that you can’t do anything right, according to your mom, and you hear nothing but critiques this could be a sign of your mother struggling with her own maturity.” While it may be difficult to do, ignoring scathing comments from your mom may be helpful. Another option is to suggest you attend therapy together.
Why does my mom think I’m not an adequate mother?
Some mothers just aren’t adequate parents. There are two likely reasons for her behavior: you were an unplanned pregnancy or her mother treated her similarly, and it’s how she thinks a mother should be. Also, you didn’t mention your father.
Why does my mother keep trying to make me feel abused?
Abuse often comes in the form of neglect or emotional manipulation/invalidation. Your mother could have Narcissistic Personality Disorder, or she could simply be unknowingly recreating Most likely because she had trauma/abuse in her development that she has not processed and learned from.
What do you do when you have a toxic mother?
It’s tough having a toxic mom, but remember there are things you can do to cope. As Patel says, “You are not your mom. You can take control and detach yourself. Seek support and therapy if needed. Do not react, take this personally, and do not feel responsible for your mom’s feelings.