Growing up with a narcissistic relative was like walking on eggshells. Their relentless need to be the center of attention often came at the expense of their loved ones, leaving a trail of hurt and confusion in their wake. I know this because I’ve been there for way too long. For years, I’ve had to ... Read more
Ever felt like your family’s needs and expectations always trump your own? Like your voice doesn’t matter, or that you’re constantly walking on eggshells to avoid their disapproval? I get it. My own journey has been a rollercoaster of success, toxic ties, and the quest for sanity. Sibling rivalry, parental expectations, you name it. Oh! ... Read more
Dealing with a narcissistic parent, sibling, or relative can feel like navigating a maze with invisible walls. Trust me, I’ve been there. Growing up with a mom whose values seemed straight out of a fantasy novel, I learned firsthand how challenging it is when your own kin sees people as disposable. Now, I’m no expert, ... Read more
Ever found yourself in the chaotic circus of a narcissistic family? I’ve been there, and let me tell you, it’s like trying to dance through a minefield of unspoken rules. From walking on eggshells to decoding passive-aggressive messages, I personally experienced the impacts of dysfunctional families. Some might even say it’s like a secret society ... Read more
The decision to go no contact with a narcissistic family can be overwhelming as you will be diving into your own emotions and their reactions. I should know because I was there. The floods of messages, sudden affection, or attempts at guilt-tripping, it’s their desperate bid to reclaim control and pull me back in. But ... Read more
You might be wondering, “Is healing possible? What exactly should I do?” First of all, I know you are doing everything you can. The fact that you are reading this right now means you are committed to changing your life for the better. I want you to know that I’m so proud of you! Saying ... Read more
Ever felt like the odd one out in your own family? Like you’re the designated problem, the black sheep? That was my life as the narcissist family scapegoat. I grew up with a narcissistic mother obsessed with appearance and success, a sister who manipulated instead of supported, and a brother living off everyone else’s success. ... Read more
Being the scapegoat of the family was a role I never asked for but one that seemed to fit me perfectly. At least, that’s what my narcissistic mom made me believe. When you’re constantly the fall guy, the family’s blame magnet, it’s hard not to internalize the idea that something is wrong with you. And ... Read more
For years, I lived in a perpetual state of blame, a constant target of my family’s “fix-it” plan. I was the designated problem child, the black sheep, the one on whom every frustration and every insecurity was dumped. It was a suffocating existence, a relentless cycle of criticism and rejection. I felt utterly alone, trapped ... Read more
Why am I always the scapegoat? What is so wrong about me? This question has haunted me for as long as I can remember. I feel that I was being constantly blamed, criticized, and held responsible for things that weren’t even my fault. If you feel the same way, don’t let it bother you because ... Read more
