Should I Cut Off My Parents? Quiz -

How do your parents respond when you express your emotions?

They dismiss or invalidate my feelings

They listen and support me

They try to comfort me, even if they don’t fully get it

They brush it off or change the subject

Do your parents acknowledge and apologize for their mistakes?

Sometimes, but it’s rare

No, they never admit fault

They brush it off or justify their behavior

Yes, they take full responsibility

How optimistic are you about improving your relationship with your parents?

Unsure, it feels like a long shot

Somewhat optimistic, but it will take effort

Not at all, I don’t see things getting better

Very optimistic, things can definitely improve

How often do your parents make you question your self-worth?

Occasionally, but not too often

All the time, I feel worthless around them

Fairly often, though it’s not intentional

Never, they make me feel valued

How do your parents treat your friends, partner, or chosen family?

They openly dislike or disrespect them

They are polite but distant

They criticize them but tolerate them

They are kind and welcoming

How do your parents handle disagreements or conflicts with you?

They calmly discuss and resolve issues

They yell, accuse, or refuse to listen

They tend to escalate things or get defensive

They try, but sometimes things get heated

Do your parents expect you to meet unrealistic standards or demands?

No, they just want me to be happy

They set impossible standards and I’m always failing

Yes, they have high expectations

Sometimes, but they’re not too strict

How do your parents react when you set boundaries?

They react negatively or get upset

They sometimes ignore or push them

They completely respect them

They’re willing to listen and compromise

How would you describe your parents’ communication style?

Open and respectful

Well-meaning but sometimes unclear

Critical and judgmental

Harsh, manipulative, or aggressive

Do your parents respect your personal life, privacy, and boundaries?

They overstep sometimes, but not too much

Yes, completely

They respect most things, but not everything

No, they regularly invade my privacy

How do you feel after spending time with your parents?

A bit stressed but okay

Drained or upset

Neutral or fine

Energized and happy

Do your parents try to control your life decisions (career, relationships, etc.)?

They give advice, but let me decide

Yes, they try to control every aspect of my life

They pressure me, but I can push back

No, they trust me to make my own choices