Caring For The Narcissist Parent Who Didn't Care For You

Caring for an aging parent who neglected or harmed you is one of the most complex decisions you may ever face. This episode explores how to determine whether to take on a caregiving role, set boundaries, or step back completely.

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Important topic too often under appreciated by those not going through it. One thing I would add is bc the narcissistic parent has divided the siblings for their entire lives — as you say and among other ways — by giving them different information and other manipulations, there is little trust between the siblings and in anything or anyone. So the strategy of a group chat presumes the siblings are all together vis a vis the parent which is probably not the case (ie, one or more may be loyal to the parent and believe in the parent’s — and by extension their own — “goodness” based on their silo of information). All this is an example of the complexity you mention.

Very difficult situation and decision. Self kindness and compassion and respect very important.

This was so incredibly helpful, thank you. I appreciate the detailed explanations as they helped me zoom-out of my circumstances and look at the bigger picture. The solutions offered are so valuable. I’m currently at a crossroads providing care and feeling burnt out so your guidance couldn’t have come at a better time.