A toxic mother may use manipulation tactics to control or guilt-trip you into doing what she wants.
If your mother frequently criticizes you, belittles your accomplishments, or undermines your self-esteem, it may be a sign of a toxic relationship.
A toxic mother may show little empathy or understanding towards your feelings, dismissing them or invalidating your experiences.
She may consistently overstep your boundaries, invading your personal space or disregarding your need for privacy.
Gaslighting is a manipulative technique where someone denies or distorts your perception of reality. A toxic mother may use this to make you doubt your own experiences or feelings.
She might play favorites among her children or frequently compare you unfavorably to others, which can be emotionally damaging.
This can include guilt-tripping, emotional blackmail, or using your vulnerabilities against you to get what she wants.
A toxic mother may struggle to accept your independence and may try to exert control over your decisions, even as an adult.