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
Tag: narcissistic family systems
When The Scapegoat Goes No-Contact From Their Narcissistic Family
When the scapegoat of a narcissistic family goes no contact, several dynamics within the family can shift, often intensifying the dysfunction: For the scapegoat, going
The Police Call
For an extremely short time, I lived with my mother after I returned back to my hometown from living in another state. My stay was
The narcissistic family is a cult.
A narcissistic family shares several similarities with a cult, primarily in the way it functions to control, manipulate, and isolate its members. Here are the
The Narcissistic Family Structure
A narcissistic family typically has a hierarchical structure where the narcissistic parent(s) maintain control and dominance over the family dynamic. The roles within the family
Hoovering By Proxy
“Narcissistic hoovering by proxy” refers to a manipulative tactic often employed by narcissists or individuals with narcissistic tendencies to manipulate or control someone indirectly through
My Voice Unchained 