Dysfunctional Family Rules

We have three things in play in a dysfunctional family, a tripod of stability. Firstly, we have the basic layer of the drama triangle. Secondly, we have entrenched roles. And finally, we have the dysfunctional family rules to keep us in line.

If we try to change roles or stop playing the drama game there will be pushback as the whole system becomes unstable.

Of course, rules are what keeps any society going. We need rules. Even in a family, there are rules.