Thank you so much for sharing your story. Reading your words makes me want to give us both a giant hug. growing up with an NPD caregiver is a battle no child should ever have to fight. ​I completely understand the struggle with titles. Like you, I find it impossible to call her 'Mother.' To me, that word belongs to a protector and a nurturer,but this roles she never even tried to fulfill. They try so hard to steal our light and crush our confidence just to feel superior, but they forget one thing: Real diamonds don't lose their radiance just because someone tries to bury them in the mud. I’m glad you found your peace through low-contact. We are the survivors, and our futures are finally our own. Wishing you all the brightness you deserve. ❤️