Pseudo mutuality describes a family dynamic where a surface-level warmth hides a controlling, rigid environment, often stemming from narcissistic parenting. Children are pressured to adopt identities that uphold the family’s image, leading to depersonalization and a sense of self-worth tied to meeting expectations. These patterns can persist into adulthood, contributing to low self-esteem and repeated involvement in toxic relationships. True love, by contrast, nurtures independence rather than enforcing conformity through emotional manipulation.
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