Mommy issues. How I know I have them. TW: Mommy issues

Sphinx

All of the Yellow Highlighted text is all the ones I struggle with, with my mom. Or just ones I struggle with myself with. It’s damn near all of them.

“Mommy issues” is a somewhat informal term people often use to describe emotional struggles or patterns that arise due to complicated or unhealthy relationships with one’s mother. It doesn’t necessarily mean there was outright abuse—it could stem from a variety of issues, such as neglect, overprotection, emotional manipulation, or inconsistent behavior from a mother.

The symptoms or effects of having “mommy issues” can vary, but here are some common signs people might experience:

1. Difficulty with Boundaries

Trouble setting and respecting boundaries, either with their mother or in other relationships, might be a sign of “mommy issues.” You could find yourself feeling overly dependent or, conversely, distant and avoidant.

2. Fear of Rejection or Abandonment

If your mother was inconsistent with affection, neglectful, or emotionally unavailable, you might develop a fear of being abandoned or rejected in adult relationships. This could manifest as anxiety in romantic relationships or friendships.

3. Low Self-Esteem

Growing up with a mother who criticized you frequently or failed to offer emotional support might lead to self-doubt or feeling unworthy. You might seek validation from others or have a hard time believing in your own value.

4. Unresolved Anger or Resentment

If there was emotional neglect or manipulation, it could lead to pent-up anger towards your mother. You might find yourself triggered by things that remind you of her or even distancing yourself emotionally.

5. Seeking Maternal Approval

An intense need for approval or validation from your mother could be a sign of “mommy issues,” as you might continuously seek her approval despite any negative impact it has on your life or sense of self.

Difficulty Trusting Other Women
If your mother was emotionally abusive or neglectful, you may find it challenging to trust other women, particularly maternal figures, or find it hard to form healthy relationships with them.

7. Relationship Struggles

Affected patterns of attachment in romantic relationships (like being overly dependent or avoiding intimacy) can sometimes trace back to how you were treated by your mother or your perception of her.

Overcompensating or Overachieving
Some people with “mommy issues” might push themselves excessively, trying to achieve perfection to gain their mother’s approval or to avoid criticism, even as adults.

9. People-Pleasing Behavior

If your mom was very critical or demanding, you might have learned to try to please others in an attempt to gain love or acceptance, even if it means sacrificing your own needs.

Confusion About Maternal Love
You might struggle to understand what genuine, healthy love feels like if you never received consistent care and affection from your mother.

Rēsh-1

Sphinx may i like say if i meet most or all of the crit for mommy issues in this thread or keep it to myself /genq

Sphinx

Rēsh-1 You can be as public as you want

Sphinx

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Rēsh-1

Sphinx thhanks ^^;

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Sphinx i struggle much with 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, AND 10. fuck me i pass this test than bio

Sphinx

Rēsh-1 You passed with flying colors lol…

Rēsh-1

Sphinx for real vro