Having an overbearing parent makes detachment pretty difficult.
While this doesnt necessarily come from a malicious place, its still problematic.
Many millennials are categorized as entitled, lazy, and selfish.
Byock points out that it can also manifest as 24/7 emotional support.
Of course, this doesnt mean all is lost.
Read on for five tips from therapists that can help when youre dealing with overbearing parents.
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Communicate with overbearing parents using I statements.
Express gratitude to your overbearing parent(s).
A little bit of gratitude can go a long way, Higgin says.
[Express] gratitude for the effort behind their behavior.
Something like, Mom, thanks for always having my best interest in mind.
Its one of the amazing parts about having you as my mom.
might do the trick.
Focus on working on yourself.
According to Zambrano-Morrison, introspection is a powerful tool when dealing with an overbearing parent.
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