Narcissistic abuse doesn’t leave bruises. It leaves confusion, self-doubt, and a nervous system stuck in overdrive. While it’s often invisible to outsiders, its effects on
Tag: dysfunctional family systems
Broken … In Need Of Repair
The relationship I once had with my family as a unit feels irretrievably broken. With the exception of phone calls with my dad, I no
Coddled and Neglected (My Brother and Me)
My Brother And Me I have two sisters and one brother. Of my siblings, I am the oldest. Although all of us grew up within
Child’s Play … Or Is It Really?
This post was set to be published in the fall of 2021, but for some reason I didn’t release it. At the time I wrote
Exhausted By Parental Narcissism
Each time I have distressing conversations with my dad, I must remind myself that my feelings are absolutely valid, especially given the patterns of manipulation
My Dad’s Quest for Me To End No-Contact With My Mother
My mother is battling a serious health issue and is apparently at the ending stage of her life. Maybe I’ve grown immune in some way,
My Voice Unchained 