If You Went No-Contact With Your Parents, Tell Us The "Final Straw" Moment That Led To The Decision

BuzzFeed
·1 min read
121

Family relationships can get complicated, and there are times when people have put strict boundaries in place — and even completely cut communication with a toxic family member. And while it might be the best decision, it can be extremely difficult.

Two women sitting at a table talking in a cozy kitchen. One is gesturing with her hands while the other listens attentively. Names are not identified
Ivan Pantic / Getty Images

So, if you went no-contact with your parents, what was the "final straw" moment that led to that decision?

A man in a green shirt and a blue collar appears thoughtful or concerned while an older man in a white shirt looks at him in the background
Sdi Productions / Getty Images

Maybe you've had a parent who's always been controlling, and after starting your own family, you saw the behavior escalate, so you decided to end all communication — primarily to protect your kids.

A woman stands in a kitchen holding a young child while talking on the phone
Momo Productions / Getty Images

Perhaps you have a wild story of finding out your parent crossed SERIOUS boundaries, like trying to get with your spouse.

A person wearing a green shirt is seen in close-up, removing a wedding ring from their left hand
Karl Tapales / Getty Images

Maybe you had a good relationship with your parent, but things dramatically changed when you started making more money, and they started using you. So, after a particularly intense argument over money, you decided to go no-contact.

Two people exchanging US dollar bills, one person handing cash to the other
Ingwervanille / Getty Images

What was the "final straw" for you? In the comments below, tell us the moment you decided to go no-contact with your parent(s). Or, if you prefer to remain anonymous, feel free to use this Google form. Your response could be featured in an upcoming BuzzFeed Community post.