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Narcissists don’t care about your happiness. They don’t lose sleep over the chaos they create. But if you keep them in your life, your misery is guaranteed. Want to stay stuck in toxic cycles forever? Just keep doing these things… 1. You’ll Keep Waiting For an Apology That Will Never Come They won’t admit they … Read more
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I wish someone had told me this sooner. It would’ve saved me years of confusion, heartache, and second-guessing myself into exhaustion. If you’ve ever loved a narcissist, you already know it’s not the kind of pain you just “get over.” It crawls into your head and messes with everything… your peace, your confidence, your sense … Read more
Healing from narcissistic abuse isn’t just about knowing what to do—it’s about doing it consistently. And let’s be real: that’s the hardest part. One day, you’re motivated. The next, life gets in the way. Before you know it, you’re stuck in the same cycle, wondering why nothing’s changing. But here’s the truth, healing doesn’t happen … Read more
I grew up thinking love had to be earned. That I had to prove I was good enough to deserve kindness, warmth, or even basic respect. When I did what my toxic mother wanted, she’d smile. When I didn’t, she’d punish me… maybe with cold silence, maybe with words that cut so deep they still … Read more
I didn’t realize how deep I was in until I was drowning. For years, I made excuses. I told myself they love me, they just have a hard time showing it. I believed that if I could just be a little more patient, a little more understanding, they’d finally treat me the way I deserved. … Read more
There was a time when I would’ve done anything to keep the peace. I walked on eggshells, second-guessed my every word, and twisted myself into something unrecognizable just to avoid the fights. I told myself they’d change. That if I just proved my worth and be successful, they’d finally see me. But they never did. … Read more
Walking away from narcissists, whether it’s family, a partner, or so-called friends isn’t just an act of self-preservation. It’s a full-blown reclamation of power. For too long, I was tangled in their manipulation, their guilt-tripping, their gaslighting. But I’ve reached my limit. Enough is enough. So today, I’m making 10 solid promises to myself, commitments … Read more
Growing up in a narcissistic family shaped so much of who I am today. The narcissistic behavior, controlling dynamics, and constant emotional manipulation left scars that I refuse to pass down. Now, as a mom, my biggest goal is to break those toxic cycles and give my son a childhood he can actually look back … Read more
Ending a relationship with a narcissist? Ha! If only it were that easy. Narcissistic people have a way of sinking their claws into your mind, twisting reality, making you question yourself, and convincing you that dealing with narcissistic people is just part of life. Their narcissistic behavior isn’t just toxic, it’s a psychological chokehold. And … Read more
Narcissists love control. It’s their oxygen. Their lifeline. Their number one weapon. But here’s the truth, they’re not as invincible as they want you to believe. When narcissists lose control, their carefully crafted illusion shatters. That fake confidence? Just a mask. Their narcissistic tendencies? A desperate act. They fear being exposed, abandoned, and worst of … Read more
