Of Parentification As A Form Of Emotional Abuse 4

As parentification victims set boundaries as espoused in the last article, they should prime themselves for countermoves from their loved ones. Additionally, they should make an allowance for feeling guilty at their new approach towards relationships.  Eventually, the guilt will subside and they will feel ecstatic and thankful to themselves for having boundaries. It is essential for parentification casualties to realise that it is nobler to be at peace with yourself in the long run for having boundaries, than to be perpetually resentful and angry at yourself and others for having no boundaries.

It has been mentioned several times that adult parentification victims are prone to feeling resentful. Many a time when we are resentful, we blame others for making us feel angry or hurt.