Shaming, Holding Grudges, Playing Favorites And 7 Other Tell-Tale Signs Of Toxic Parenting
Placing wants over kids’ needs
Parenting requires immense sacrifice. Sadly toxic parenting cycles are perpetuated when parents prioritize their wants above their children’s needs. This can manifest in many different ways. It can be as overt as making leisurely purchases when the children are in desperate need of essential items. It can also be more subtle such as the failure to spend much-needed quality time with kids as a result of the pursuit of other interests and hobbies.