One of the most common and painful experiences reported by individuals with narcissistic parents is emotional neglect or invalidation. Many people share that their feelings and achievements were consistently minimized or dismissed, making them feel unworthy or unloved. This can lead to deep-seated issues with self-esteem and an ongoing struggle to validate their own emotions and experiences. It’s heartbreaking to feel as though your needs and feelings are secondary to your parent’s need for validation or control.
One of the most common and painful experiences reported by individuals with narcissistic parents is emotional neglect or invalidation. Many people share that their feelings and achievements were consistently minimized or dismissed, making them feel unworthy or unloved. This can lead to deep-seated issues with self-esteem and an ongoing struggle to validate their own emotions and experiences. It’s heartbreaking to feel as though your needs and feelings are secondary to your parent’s need for validation or control.