When Mom's Love Feels Like a Trap—Is It Really Love? 😶‍🌫️

Growing up, I always thought a mother's love was supposed to be unconditional, but what if it feels more like a set of rules you never agreed to? My mom always seemed to know what was best for me—what to wear, who to be friends with, even what I should dream about. If I tried to push back, she'd act hurt or accuse me of being ungrateful. Privacy? Forget it. She'd read my journal, scroll through my phone, and justify it as "caring." The worst part was how she never seemed to understand my feelings. If I was upset, she'd tell me I was overreacting or blame me for her bad mood. Achievements? She'd either ignore them or find a way to make them about her. I've tried setting boundaries, but she always finds a way to cross them. Sometimes I wonder if anyone else has felt trapped by the person who's supposed to love them most. If you've ever felt this way, let's talk about it. Maybe together, we can figure out how to break free. 💬 #ToxicMothers #FamilyStruggles #SettingBoundaries #MentalHealth #FamilyRelationships