The Terri Cole Show 544 5 Signs of Disordered Family Boundaries
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Sep 26, 2023 The podcast explores the challenge of establishing boundaries within family, emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries in both familial and romantic relationships. It discusses the concept of disordered family boundaries and explores dynamics between parents and adult children. It also addresses the significance of understanding parental wishes and financial situations when caring for aging parents.
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Parental Identity and Boundaries
- Disordered family boundaries often stem from parents' identities being overly dependent on parenting.
- This can lead to them struggling to relate to their adult children as independent individuals.
Family System Evolution
- Healthy family systems shift focus as children grow, transitioning from child-centric to adult-centric dynamics.
- Parents should equip children for independence, respecting their autonomy as they mature.
Boundary Violation Anecdote
- Terri Cole shares an anecdote about a friend whose parents constantly violate her personal space.
- The parents enter her home unannounced, even when she's in a towel, highlighting a lack of boundaries.