The Lingering Effects of Trauma
Dr. Bessel Van Der Kolk, author of "The Body Keeps The Score," said that the lingering effect of trauma is that we react to mild stressors as if we are still in the original danger
Finding Freedom: The Art of Letting Go of Toxic Relationships
Finding Freedom: The Art of Letting Go of Toxic Relationships The journey towards personal growth often involves the difficult decision to part ways with people who poison our well-being. Toxic relationships can drain us emotionally,
Nurturing Self-Esteem and Reducing Negative Self-Talk: A Vital Ingredient for a Fulfilling Life
Nurturing Self-Esteem and Reducing Negative Self-Talk: A Vital Ingredient for a Fulfilling Life Self-esteem is the mirror through which we view ourselves - not just superficially, but deep down at our core. It reflects our
The Complex Web of Attachment and Relationships with a Narcissist
The Complex Web of Attachment and Relationships with a Narcissist Relationships are the bedrock of emotional well-being, but what happens when the bedrock is a quagmire, particularly when one is entangled with a narcissist? To
How Childhood People-Pleasing Behaviors Impact Parenting: Exploring the Influence of Narcissistic Upbringing
People-pleasing behaviors learned in childhood, especially as a child of a narcissistic parent, can influence how one parents their own children. Children of narcissists often learn to suppress their own needs and desires to cater
Empty Nest Syndrome and the Shadow of Narcissistic Upbringing
Empty Nest Syndrome and the Shadow of Narcissistic Upbringing Understanding the Double-Edged Struggle for Mothers The transition to an empty nest can be a poignant milestone for any parent. It's that point in life when
Recovering from Narcissistic Abuse: Reclaiming Your Identity with Professional Guidance for Recovery
Recovering from Narcissistic Abuse: Reclaiming Your Identity with Professional Guidance for Recovery Introduction Narcissistic abuse is a deeply traumatic experience that can leave lasting scars on a person's self-esteem, mental health, and overall well-being.
Feel Like You Are Addicted to Your Narcissist? This Might Explain Why
The inconsistent behaviors of a toxic relationship produce a potent cocktail of addictive hormones. Oxytocin (AKA the “Love” hormone) is the bonding hormone released during cuddling, hugging, sex, massage, and other forms of touch. Dopamine
What’s the worst type of narcissist?
I often get asked which is the worst type of narcissist. I feel like this is kind of like asking which type of fish smells worse once it’s rotten. They’re all terrible. I will say,
Our Survivors of Narcissistic Abuse (SoNA) Support Group
Our Survivors of Narcissistic Abuse (SoNA) Support Group So many of us have had the experience of no one seeing the whole picture of our experience in our relationship with a narcissist. Because people
