If you’ve ever felt more like a parent than a child—managing emotions, solving crises, or holding the household together—this is for you. You may be the eldest, the only child, or simply the one “who had it all together” while silently breaking inside. You’ve carried too much for too long, mistaking survival for maturity. This read can help you recognize harmful patterns, set boundaries without guilt, and reclaim your right to be loved without performing. It’s time to be free from roles you never chose.