I admit that I know very little about his upbringing. He's made mention of his mother, and I know what I read from his journals, and that sounded like he was starved for attention and it seemed like a strained relationship.
I am not saying you took away his pride, Rosalie. I am saying he doesn't have any at present and that treating him like a child doesn't help him gain it back.
My intention isn't to criticize how you've done things, but I have thoughts and opinions, and they're as valid as yours. I only want to help.