Why a Narcissist wants to keep you in a child state foreverWhy a Narcissist wants to keep you in a child state forever
Heal from within after Narcissistic Abuse with Danish
Danish Bashir explains why narcissistic parents keep their children dependent and how to reclaim independence and heal from such toxic relationships.
8:36•19 May 2024
Breaking Free from Narcissistic Control: Understanding Infantilisation
Episode Overview
- Narcissistic parents keep their children dependent to maintain control.
- Infantilisation is a tactic used to undermine a child's growth and independence.
- Such parents induce shame and guilt to manipulate their children.
- Understanding these behaviours is the first step towards healing.
- Breaking free from these patterns requires recognising and addressing the trauma.
“They want you to chase them for every single need of yours.”
In this episode, Danish Bashir dives deep into the unsettling dynamics of narcissistic parents and their need to keep their children in a perpetual state of dependency. If you've ever felt like your parent wanted to control every aspect of your life, you're not alone. Danish explains how narcissistic parents infantilise their children, keeping them dependent and insecure to maintain control. He shares personal anecdotes and professional insights, illustrating how these toxic behaviours manifest and impact adult life.
From being shamed for independence to having every decision scrutinised, the episode uncovers the harsh reality of growing up with a narcissistic parent. Danish also touches on how these experiences can leave you feeling unworthy and incapable, even in adulthood. This episode is a must-listen for anyone trying to break free from the chains of narcissistic abuse and reclaim their independence.
Tune in to understand why your narcissistic parent wanted you to remain childlike and how you can start your journey towards healing.
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