I'm Not Good Enough

Many individuals raised by narcissistic parents struggle with feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem. Research has shown that children of narcissistic parents often have higher scores relating to depression and lower scores related to self-esteem.

I Don't Have Your Approval, I'm Wrong

Children of narcissistic parents often feel like they can never do anything right. Their parents' need to always be right can lead to a lack of autonomy and independence in their children.

I Am Everyone's Caretaker

Narcissistic parents often reverse the typical parent-child role, leading their children to become caretakers, tending to the parent and their emotions like a parent should.

I Need to Be More Than I Am

Narcissistic parents often place value on their children for what they do rather than who they are, leading to a sense of perfectionism and unhealthy attachment styles in future relationships.

My Priorities Make Me Selfish

Narcissistic parents often do not allow for boundaries to be established, leading their children to believe that everyone else is more important than themselves.

My Emotions Make Me Dramatic

Children of narcissistic parents may be dismissed or accused of being dramatic when expressing their emotions, leading to emotional abuse and feelings of rejection.

I Don't Have Anything to Contribute

Narcissistic parents often undermine their children's contributions, making them feel like they have nothing of value to add to any situation.