Support that is withdrawn the moment a family member deviates from the group’s "rules" or values. Archetypal Dynamics
An older sibling who raised their brothers and sisters, leading to blurred boundaries and hidden resentment. Complexity Tools
The person who cleans up the messes of a destructive family member, inadvertently keeping the cycle alive.
Something everyone knows but no one talks about (e.g., an affair, a bankruptcy, a health issue).
Material wealth or emotional attention that feels "limited," forcing family members to compete.
A child struggling to live up to (or escape) a parent’s massive reputation or specific career path.