Toxic parents thrive on chaos. Every angry text is a trap to drag you back into conflict. But not every message deserves a response. Sometimes silence is your strongest shield. Protect your peace so you can protect your kids.Why it’s important:Because every time you react, you get pulled deeper into the toxic cycle—and your kids feel that stress. Silence isn’t giving up. It’s showing your children that peace is possible, even when chaos surrounds them.

—Rinaldo

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