#conditional-regard

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I became successful and my father said 'I'm proud of you' for the first time at my 50th birthday - and instead of feeling grateful I felt angry because I finally understood he'd been withholding that my entire life - Silicon Canals

Conditional regard from a parent can lead to deep emotional impacts on a child, affecting their self-worth and relationships.
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