"After all I've done for you, you can't do this one thing for me?": This plays on the parents' sense of debt or obligation.
"You don't love me as much as my siblings.": This statement aims to create a feeling of guilt or competition among family members.
"If you really cared about me, you would do this.": This questions the parents' love and commitment, pressuring them to comply.
"You're the only one who can help me.": This can make parents feel solely responsible for their child's wellbeing, even when it's not the case.
"I guess I was wrong to think I could rely on you.": This is designed to evoke guilt and a sense of failure in the parent.
"Remember how much you let me down before? This is your chance to make it right.": This brings up past mistakes or perceived failures to coerce the parent into action.
"If you do this, I'll never ask for anything again.": This is often an empty promise used to achieve an immediate goal.
"You're a bad parent if you don't help me.": This directly attacks the parent’s identity and role, aiming to manipulate through shame.
"I thought family was supposed to be there for each other.": This general statement about family obligations can be used to pressure parents into compliance.
"You owe me, after the childhood I had.": This statement blames the parents for past issues, regardless of their validity, to justify current demands.