10 Signs You're TRAUMA BONDED To A Parent (Watch If You Have A Narcissist Mother Or Father)

In this video, we'll be discussing the 10 common signs of trauma bonding in the context of a narcissistic parent-child relationship. We'll explore topics such as gaslighting, emotional neglect, and the impact of growing up in an environment where you are constantly walking on eggshells.

Discover the telltale signs of being trauma bonded to a parent, particularly if you have a narcissistic mother or father, in our eye-opening video, '10 Signs You're TRAUMA BONDED To A Parent.' We delve into the complexities of narcissism, narcissistic personality disorder, and the emotional abuse often experienced. Gain insights into the dynamics of trauma bonding, the signs to look for, and what a trauma bond really means. If you're seeking to understand your relationship with a narcissistic mother or narcissist father, this video offers valuable guidance.

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Narcissistic parents often prioritize their own needs and desires over their child's, leading to a pattern of emotional manipulation and control. When a child is repeatedly exposed to this type of behavior, they can become trauma bonded to their parent, despite the harm that is being done to them.

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[IamThatiAm]

Menopause gave me the courage to walk away from my narc mother 4 yrs ago.

[sunshine-dbzm]

Omg this is how i exactly feel towards my mom....confronting her will lead to emotional withdrawal, she ll revoke all love and will get cold towards me...

[raptureready]

My Mother discarded me when I was 46. I'm 48 now. She told me that she had been the best mother she could be to me for 30 (she had ignored me for 15/16) years and she didn't want to do that anymore. Narcissistic Moms can discard, too. Probably for the best.

[shewill]

My mother was a narcissistic person and i couldn't leave home. After my father died was the hardest part of my life, my mother was always ill, and it was up to me to take of her. I am finally realizing that she was narcissistic

[taniamartin]

Apologize??? Narcissists don't Apologize! Not in my world!

[dosso]

Thank you for addressing narcissists in the family!

[briarts]

My father is a narcissist and I was trauma bonded to him. When I tried to tell him how he & my stepmom (also a narc) hurt me, it was one long rage & gaslighting session about how they weren't abusive (I had never even used that word). That happened when I was 11 & it took me until I was 26 to realize that he had always been abusive and what narcissism was & I went "no contact"

[debbiez]

It took me 67 years to realize this.. except for my children my life feels like a waste.

[AFAskygoddess]

*Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your 15 minute video just changed my life.*
I'm 67, and have sought counseling for my entire adult life to heal my childhood abuse.
I've come a very long way, but this video feels like the final piece of my puzzling childhood.

[fightswithspirits]

Just got rid of "I don't know what the hell just happened" girlfriend and now know what the hell was going on. It was clear I could not blame gf. gf was gf. I had to own my reaction and extended acceptance of what she was doing. My inner child started telling me things I had hidden from myself. Inner child pointed to good 'ol mom, not the gf, then showed me memories. Eyes Opened. All my gf's are just like mom. Mom was a total spy balloon. Never had anything but love for her, but she was the first one who taught me associate love with trauma. gf was just like her. I'm now moving forward. Truth shall set you free.

[presleydeen]

My mom calls me “ cranky “ all the time and it is really hurtful . She is the most negative person I know and cannot handle any kind of feedback . She also gives me the silent treatment and has unrealistic expectations . She never listens or credits my good advice. When she uses advice she credits it as I heard this from someone somewhere . ( I claimed it was me ) she says no it couldn’t have been . I cannot believe it took me 40 plus years to figure her out !

[calipachanguero]

I think i have recognised the trauma bond its more financial manipulation at this point

[sarajeanstootiiight]

Hit the nail on the head. Thank you for helping me further awaken to the abuse I have endured for 36 years. I must admit I feel so played considering I’m an intelligent woman, however, it’s always best later than never. God bless 🙏🏼

[izawaniek]

Thank you for this extremely helpful and supportive video Christina. Your description of the trauma bond with an abusive parent is Spot on.

[DartmoorPaul]

Oh my goodness. 100% my relationship with my mum. I’m 55 and she’s 85 and 2 years ago I went into therapy after breaking down and now I know it was the result of narcissistic abuse & I’m still stuck in the void after a trauma bond. I feel emotionally dead, enjoy nothing, can’t remember the last time I actually laughed and no idea who I am or what I want to do with my life now I have learned of my narcissistic mother & limited to minimal contact & only 1hr every few months in a public place with my brother too. Her narcissistic rage was HUGE when I put a boundary in. This video is helpful as it is a reminder that I am not wrong, it was all her (and my rageful father). Thank you.

[hwhbzfd]

If i go somewhere where some people are at a place, then if i didn't feel as everything is right then i just leave and go on about my own business and leave them all along

[lordgoogoo]

For some reason I've never heard of trauma bonds in a platonic sense, and this makes SO MUCH SENSE. You just filled in so many gaps in my understanding and opened so many doors for me, thank you so much 💜

[ChrisWeeksmindscape]

I am writing to share my journey through mental health and the profound impact of trauma bonding, a concept that has shaped much of my life. My name is Christopher Weeks, and my story is one of survival and resilience in the face of unimaginable adversity.
From a very young age, my brother and I were subjected to severe neglect and abuse by our mother, Cheryl Weeks. The word “neglect” doesn’t even begin to capture the extent of what we endured. We were locked in our bedroom with ropes tied across the door, denied access to food with locks on the pantry and refrigerator, and constantly monitored to ensure we didn’t touch her belongings. Our basic needs were ignored; we were rarely bathed, our teeth were never brushed, and our clothes were perpetually filthy. Hunger and fear were our constant companions.
Despite the cessation of her drinking and bar visits, the abuse and neglect continued unabated. This environment of fear and control created a trauma bond, a psychological phenomenon where the abused forms a strong attachment to their abuser. This bond explained why I felt compelled to protect my mother, despite the harm she inflicted.
One pivotal moment in my childhood was the day my brother and I walked to preschool and encountered the “candy man.” This man, who seemed kind with his offerings of peppermint swirls and butterscotch candies, stole my innocence and shattered my sense of safety. From that day forward, the little boy named Christopher Weeks ceased to exist, replaced by a shadow of his former self.
Today, at 50 years old, I am a survivor of a life filled with trauma. My experiences have driven me to document my journey and raise awareness about the importance of mental health.
I hope that by sharing my story, I can help others understand the profound impact of trauma and the importance of mental health awareness. Thank you for taking the time to read my letter.
Sincerely,
Christopher Weeks

[nonawolf]

Because I didn't get beaten (only slapped a few times) I thought that gaslighting, degradation, lying, and blame shifting did not qualify as "real" abuse. I felt guilty every time I got angry with my parents. It was not until many years later I realized Narc Mom trained me to think I did deserve respect or honesty. Now she is 86, and needs my help... this is gonna be a struggle.

[mitchmana]

My whole family were narcs (7) plus nan... I thought getting them all out my life would end my pain and problems but I have constant bad dreams with them in and i manifest people into my life that feel like them and behave like them.. truely uncanny sometimes how similar they are!! Think im trauma bonded to f**k