Issues with my mom.

I honestly can’t wrap my head around why I still feel this nagging urge to seek my mom's approval before making even the smallest moves in my life.

Does anyone have any advice on how to break free from this cycle?

I’m really hoping to land a solid job soon—once that happens, I'll finally have the footing I need to start chasing my own goals and actually making things happen...

neonsailor26 said:I honestly can’t wrap my head around why I still feel this nagging urge to seek my mom's approval before making even the smallest moves in my life.

Does anyone have any advice on how to break free from this cycle?

I’m really hoping to land a solid job soon—once that happens, I'll finally have the footing I need to start chasing my own goals and actually making things happen...

Get independent as fast as you can. You’re an adult now; you should be thinking for yourself. The issue is that when you live under her roof, she still treats you like a kid, and you subconsciously accept that role. Of course she wants what's best for you, but she doesn't realize she's overstepping by trying to control everything.

Move out ASAP. Live the life you actually want. Don't fear making mistakes—honestly, make them early and often so you can learn from them. That's just how life works.