So someparentsemploy underhanded schemes to get their adult children to do what they want.

After all, keeping her in limbo is undoubtedly something that they know makes her deeply anxious.

This is why many peopledisowntheir own parents as soon as the opportunity arises.

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Perhaps they are the classic helicopter parents who dont know how to stop.

The way they specifically act in ways to hurt their daughter would indicatethe latter.

One clear sign is their utter inflexibility.

Tattoo artist finishing a woman’s arm tattoo in a studio, focusing on boundaries.

For example, its not that uncommon for older generations to dislike tattoos.

The controlling part is also a key indicator of narcissism.

Last, but not least, the womans behavior also matches that of a child of a narcissist.

Text discussing a woman’s experience with her parents' negative reaction to her new tattoo, highlighting family boundaries.

She seems attached to them, despite the way theytreat her.

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Text message exchange about a woman’s tattoo causes tension, highlighting the need for boundaries with parents.

Text message reveals parents' unexpected trip, highlighting family’s need for serious boundaries.

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Text message discussing parents' reaction to woman’s tattoo and skipped BBQ plans, highlighting need for boundaries.

Text message discussing personal matters, highlighting boundaries after a woman’s tattoo shocks her parents.

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Text exchange highlights tattoo-caused tension and need for boundaries.

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Text block about a woman being criticized by her parents over getting a tattoo, related to setting boundaries.

Text discussing parents' negative reaction to a boyfriend and tattoos, highlighting boundary issues.

Text expressing shock over parents' reaction to a tattoo and considering boundaries. Seeking advice and support.

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Text about a woman’s relationship struggles and her parents disapproving of her boyfriend’s influence on her son.

Text discussing support for coping with parental reactions and setting boundaries regarding a tattoo decision.

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Comment discussing parents' reaction to daughter’s tattoo, highlighting need for boundaries.

Reddit comment discussing serious boundaries with parents over emotional manipulation and validation issues.

Reddit comment advising woman on setting boundaries with parents upset about her tattoo.

Text conversation about setting boundaries after parents' reaction to a tattoo.

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Comment discussing parental reaction to tattoos and the importance of setting boundaries.

Text response on boundaries after woman’s parents react to her tattoo, advising independence and prioritizing personal happiness.

Comment about parents’ emotional maturity and drama, addressing someone’s reaction to a tattoo.

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Reddit comment discussing boundaries in response to parents' negative reaction to a woman’s tattoo.

Reddit comment supporting woman on establishing boundaries over parents’ reaction to her tattoo.

Text commentary advising a woman on setting boundaries with her parents regarding her tattoo.

Text response about setting boundaries with parents over disagreements.

Text advice on setting boundaries with parents over tattoos.

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Comment response about setting boundaries after a woman is shocked by her parents' tattoo reaction.

Woman discusses parents' reaction to tattoo; advice on setting boundaries shared on Reddit.