The version of the parent you wish you had is unlikely to show up.

Something you can work on is keeping your expectations clear; sometimes that can feel like abandoning optimism and hope, but you’re not. If someone has a chronic illness, you wouldn’t expect them to suddenly be healthy.

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Hello, Bluesky! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in LA.

I help adult children of narcissists, emotionally-immature, and high conflict parents.

I speak from experience. You are not alone.

Let's talk coping skills, mindful self-compassion, and healing on your journey to self-love.