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Not all narcissists are grandiose! I was having a discussion with one of my sons, I was trying to explain his dad is a narcisist and that's one of the reasons I was asking for a divorce. He was very put out, Dad is not a narcissist! He went on to describe Grandiose Narcissistic behavior. I tried to explain to him there's more than one kind. He was unwilling to accept what I had to say at the time, I knew he needed time to process the information. Bottom line there are a number of kinds of...

Feel like you're climbing a sketchy ladder? 💔 How to Recognize If You're in an Abusive Relationship Abuse doesn’t always leave bruises. Sometimes, it hides behind sweet apologies, subtle manipulation, or the fear of speaking up. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering, “Is this normal?”  or “Am I overreacting?” —you’re not alone. Recognizing abuse is the first step toward reclaiming your safety and self-worth. 🚨 Abuse Isn’t Just Physical When people hear “abusive relationship,” they often...

“Maybe It’s Just Me”: When Love Starts to Hurt in Ways You Can’t Explain   Emotional abuse is a tough one. Theres no proof abuse is taking place.  I used to feel I wish he would hit me then I can prove abuse is taking place. At first, everything felt perfect.  He made you laugh, made you feel seen, and for the first time in a long time, you felt safe. When he said, “I’ve never met anyone like you,” your heart believed it. But lately, something feels off — though you can’t quite name it.You ...