Should I Cut Off My Parents? Quiz -

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

They respect most things, but not everything

They overstep sometimes, but not too much

Yes, completely

No, they regularly invade my privacy

How do your parents handle disagreements or conflicts with you?

They try, but sometimes things get heated

They calmly discuss and resolve issues

They yell, accuse, or refuse to listen

They tend to escalate things or get defensive

How do you feel after spending time with your parents?

Energized and happy

A bit stressed but okay

Drained or upset

Neutral or fine

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

Yes, they try to control every aspect of my life

They give advice, but let me decide

They pressure me, but I can push back

No, they trust me to make my own choices

How do your parents respond when you express your emotions?

They brush it off or change the subject

They listen and support me

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

They dismiss or invalidate my feelings

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

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

Somewhat optimistic, but it will take effort

Unsure, it feels like a long shot

Very optimistic, things can definitely improve

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

They criticize them but tolerate them

They are kind and welcoming

They are polite but distant

They openly dislike or disrespect them

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

All the time, I feel worthless around them

Occasionally, but not too often

Never, they make me feel valued

Fairly often, though it’s not intentional

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

No, they just want me to be happy

Yes, they have high expectations

They set impossible standards and I’m always failing

Sometimes, but they’re not too strict

Do your parents acknowledge and apologize for their mistakes?

No, they never admit fault

Yes, they take full responsibility

Sometimes, but it’s rare

They brush it off or justify their behavior

How do your parents react when you set boundaries?

They’re willing to listen and compromise

They sometimes ignore or push them

They react negatively or get upset

They completely respect them

How would you describe your parents’ communication style?

Well-meaning but sometimes unclear

Open and respectful

Critical and judgmental

Harsh, manipulative, or aggressive