Rebuilding Your Life After Narcissistic Abuse and Thriving Again
When a survivor of narcissistic abuse leaves the abusive relationship, their nervous system is completely dysregulated. They are very much like someone who has just come home from war. They feel unsafe in their surroundings and unsure of how to make decisions. At times, their new environment may feel calm, yet unbearably lonely—almost life-threatening to […]
How to Reconnect with Yourself After Years of Emotional Neglect
If you’ve been in a relationship where your emotions were ignored or dismissed, you may be feeling lost, drained, and unsure of who you are. Emotional neglect can hurt deeply, especially when it happens in a marriage. You might be wondering, “How do I reconnect with myself after years of emotional neglect?” The effects of […]
The Role of Somatic Techniques in Healing from Narcissistic Abuse
The Role of Somatic Techniques in Healing from Narcissistic Abuse Narcissistic abuse leaves deep emotional and psychological wounds that can be addressed through somatic experiences. Survivors often have low self-esteem, worry, and a skewed view of who they are due to the traumatic experiences they endured. To get better from this kind of abuse, you […]
Can we turn our pain into something beautiful?
Can we turn our pain into something beautiful? You know there is a saying that without pain we wouldn’t know pleasure. I often sit back and reflect on this from where I was to where I am. I can certainly say that if you are currently in the “pain” whether still in the narcissistic abusive […]
Hidden Loads: The Quiet Struggles We Bear
Hidden Loads: The Quiet Struggles We Bear What’s a hidden load? It’s the weight no one notices; it’s carried in the way people move, the words left unsaid, the heaviness in their eyes. It’s that unseen pressure that quietly rests on the shoulders of many, gently but constantly pushing down. This is different from the […]
Bouncing Back Brighter: When Life Throws a Curveball, It’s Time for the Reclaiming!
Bouncing Back Brighter: When Life Throws a Curveball, It’s Time for the Reclaiming! Let’s take a fresh look at this big idea: Life is like a movie, and hardship is that unexpected plot twist that no one saw coming. Like all great plot twists, it never happens at the perfect moment. One minute, you’re breezing […]
Childhood Memories and Adult Connections: Sibling Drama, Anyone?
Childhood Memories and Adult Connections: Sibling Drama, Anyone? Let’s dive into something that brings both warmth and a little cringe when the comfort gets too cozy: the sibling bond! If you grew up with siblings, chances are you’ve had your share of drama. Maybe it was a heated tug-of-war over the TV remote or a […]
Family Bonds: Threads of Connection
Family Bonds: Threads of Connection Family connections aren’t always solid knots; sometimes, they’re small, hidden threads beneath the surface that stretch across time and distance, even reaching into the quiet moments. When we think of tradition, family is often seen as a group that holds tight, keeps things together, and ensures everything stays in place. […]
Shared Sorrow and Healing: Walking Through the Gloom Together
Shared Sorrow and Healing: Walking Through the Gloom Together Darkness quietly hangs in the corners of our minds—whispers of pain that travel through communities like a hidden tunnel, sneaking its way out of a secret place. Pain is a strange kind of bond that pulls us apart in our hurt, yet also brings together the […]
The Burden of Silence: When Your Spirit Yearns to Roar
The Burden of Silence: When Your Spirit Yearns to Roar The silence is deafening. Not the serene, calm variety that drifts lazily through a tranquil afternoon. Rather, it resides in your chest, suffocating your breath, twisting your gut, and creating those uncomfortable tangles within your essence. Oh, you’re not oblivious; you understand exactly what we […]
