You raised a human being—not a puppet.

In this episode of Respectfully, we’re talking about something that's quietly destroying relationships: parents who don’t know how to stop parenting, and adult children who are still living in fear of disappointing them.

From unsolicited advice to guilt trips masked as “just checking in,” we break down the real psychology behind why parents cling to control—and why grown adults struggle to let go of their need for approval.

This one goes deep.

🔹 Why it’s so hard to break the pattern
🔹 How parental identity becomes control
🔹 The spiritual wound of conditional love
🔹 And why choosing yourself isn’t selfish—it’s sacred

Whether you're a parent, a grown child, or both—this episode is for you.

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