Should I Cut Off My Parents? Quiz -

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

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

They overstep sometimes, but not too much

No, they regularly invade my privacy

Yes, completely

They respect most things, but not everything

How do your parents handle disagreements or conflicts with you?

They try, but sometimes things get heated

They yell, accuse, or refuse to listen

They tend to escalate things or get defensive

They calmly discuss and resolve issues

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

Fairly often, though it’s not intentional

Occasionally, but not too often

All the time, I feel worthless around them

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 are kind and welcoming

They criticize them but tolerate them

How do your parents respond when you express your emotions?

They brush it off or change the subject

They dismiss or invalidate my feelings

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

They listen and support me

How would you describe your parents’ communication style?

Harsh, manipulative, or aggressive

Open and respectful

Well-meaning but sometimes unclear

Critical and judgmental

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

Unsure, it feels like a long shot

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

Very optimistic, things can definitely improve

Somewhat optimistic, but it will take effort

How do your parents react when you set boundaries?

They sometimes ignore or push them

They’re willing to listen and compromise

They react negatively or get upset

They completely respect them

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

They pressure me, but I can push back

Yes, they try to control every aspect of my life

No, they trust me to make my own choices

They give advice, but let me decide

How do you feel after spending time with your parents?

Energized and happy

Drained or upset

A bit stressed but okay

Neutral or fine

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

Sometimes, but they’re not too strict

No, they just want me to be happy

They set impossible standards and I’m always failing

Yes, they have high expectations