If you grew up in a dysfunctional family as many do, following these basic steps can help you heal. First, be honest and admit the dysfunction. Imagine you chose your parents in order to evolve through the dysfunction. Second, don’t blame yourself, you’re not responsible for the system you grew up in. Third, recognize everyone did the best they could according to their level of maturity. Fourth, after you’ve felt your feelings and gone through the previous steps, forgive everyone. The way to heal and get the parenting you need now is to…

Give it to yourself.

Jarl and Steve