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I’d Rather Be Beaten
I’d rather be beaten. I know that must sound like the craziest statement ever, but hear me out. When people hear the word abuse, they expect to see bruises, cuts, swollen places, broken bones, anything that is VISIBLE. Abuse is not always VISIBLE. Sometimes, abuse comes in the form of mental, emotional, and psychological abuse. When this type of abuse occurs,…
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Holidays + Narcissists
We had a wonderful, uneventful Christmas this year. The kids and I celebrated the holiday with family, friends, and significant others. This year, the kids chose not to celebrate Christmas with their father. After almost a year of not speaking to or responding to his texts, they decided that neither wanted to be around him and wouldn’t see him for…
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There are still days that I question why I’ve had to endure everything that I have. Why was I abused for as long as I was before finally seeking and finding freedom? Why am I still not totally free of the monster, my ex? Why do I still have to deal with so many things, feeling like I can’t catch…
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Control
I assumed that after divorce, the control and manipulation and toxicity with my ex would end. I think the important thing I want to share with those who may be in mentally, emotionally, and psychologically abusive situations is that you must go no contact. Now, we have two children, 17 and 20. I have 4 months left of having to…
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No Trophy Wife
Trophy Wife is a term that is used frequently in today’s society. But are you aware of what the definition of a Trophy Wife is? Essentially a Trophy Wife is a piece of “arm candy” to make some old man “look good”. They are typically unintelligent, gold diggers whose sole purpose is to hype their man. My spouse of…
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Emotional Vampires
Let's discuss the long-term effects of hanging out with these emotional vamps. Think emotional exhaustion, like your emotional battery just hit rock bottom.
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If Only I’d Known A Journal Could Hold So Much Power + Wisdom
I wish I had known 23 years ago, the power that a journal could have in helping me understand what was being done to me.
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Zero Empathy + Emotional Reasoning
Narcissists exhibit a notable deficiency in their ability to empathize with others. Their self-absorption prevents them from fully understanding and grasping the emotions and experiences of those around them. In interactions, they may appear oblivious to the emotional state of others, or they might adapt their responses to fit what they believe the other person wants to hear, rather than…
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Why Are Narcissists Masters at Manipulation
Narcissists are individuals who have an inflated sense of self-importance, a constant need for admiration and a lack of empathy for others. They are often charming and charismatic, drawing people to them like a magnet. However, underneath their attractive exterior is a manipulative and controlling personality that can be very dangerous to those who get too close. If you have…
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Deer in Headlights
Don't be a Deer In Headlights. When you see red flags blazing, you need to RUN!
