10 Signs You Had Toxic Parents

Toxic parenting can come in many forms and shapes. Have you been a constant victim of narcissistic abuse by your caregiver or parents? You might have a narcissistic mother or a narcissistic father? Someone with narcissistic personality traits include overinflated sense of self-importance, constant thoughts about being more successful, power, smart, loved or attractive to others, feelings of superiority, need for excessive admiration, etc Perhaps, you see these traits in your toxic parents?

Disclaimer: Of course, this video is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice, but general guidance.

Are your parents toxic, but the signs are too subtle to recognize? We made a video on that too: https://youtu.be/-_HOr59BIvM

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