The Narcissistic Vortex From a scientific perspective, a vortex is a mass of swirling matter. Whether it’s composed of air, water, fire, or energy, a
Cutting ties with our abuser and refusing any contact with them is referred to as “going No Contact.” This is a non-negotiable step that most
Narcissists are master manipulators who have a whole arsenal of abuse tactics that they use to obtain narcissistic supply (energy, affection, attention), maintain power and
Discard is the 3rd and final phase of the Narcissistic Abuse Cycle. First came the narcissist’s overwhelming “love” in Phase 1, the Idealization or Love
The pattern is set… The story starts with my father, who was the first narcissist in my life. After beginning to pick up the shattered
Being seen as a victim often has a negative connotation in our society. As victims, it can leave us feeling alone and somehow defective. This blog aims to change that perspective.
We all know that sinking feeling when we dare to share ourselves deeply, only wanting to be heard, and instead someone minimizes us and our situation, telling us we shouldn’t be feeling the way we do or thinking the things we are. Then, we silence ourselves and retreat back into our protective shell as shame overtakes us. This is an exploration of the societal standard that prevents people from truly being present with one another.
Some time ago, I learned of the death of a man who I knew socially. We were not close, and I knew little about him,
