Should I Cut Off My Parents? Quiz -

How do your parents respond when you express your emotions?

They listen and support me

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

They dismiss or invalidate my feelings

They brush it off or change the subject

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

Occasionally, but not too often

Never, they make me feel valued

Fairly often, though it’s not intentional

All the time, I feel worthless around them

How do your parents react when you set boundaries?

They react negatively or get upset

They’re willing to listen and compromise

They sometimes ignore or push them

They completely respect them

Do your parents acknowledge and apologize for their mistakes?

No, they never admit fault

Sometimes, but it’s rare

They brush it off or justify their behavior

Yes, they take full responsibility

How do you feel after spending time with your parents?

Drained or upset

Energized and happy

A bit stressed but okay

Neutral or fine

How would you describe your parents’ communication style?

Critical and judgmental

Harsh, manipulative, or aggressive

Open and respectful

Well-meaning but sometimes unclear

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

Yes, they have high expectations

They set impossible standards and I’m always failing

No, they just want me to be happy

Sometimes, but they’re not too strict

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

No, they regularly invade my privacy

Yes, completely

They overstep sometimes, but not too much

They respect most things, but not everything

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

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

No, they trust me to make my own choices

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

How do your parents handle disagreements or conflicts with you?

They calmly discuss and resolve issues

They tend to escalate things or get defensive

They yell, accuse, or refuse to listen

They try, but sometimes things get heated

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

They are polite but distant

They openly dislike or disrespect them

They criticize them but tolerate them

They are kind and welcoming