Do you sometimes feel like you’re juggling the world’s expectations with your own wobbly sense of self? Like there’s a constant tug-of-war between feeling loved and feeling unseen? Children of narcissistic parents experience a range of symptoms that may or may not have shaped their adult self. If your dad happened to be a master ... Read more
Ever feel like your childhood was more reality TV than home sweet home? If so, you might be part of the not-so-secret club of daughters raised by narcissistic fathers! A narcissistic parent can leave some invisible baggage on their children, like souvenirs you didn’t ask for. From self-doubt that sticks like glitter to people-pleasing superpowers ... Read more
Dad. The grill master, the pun-slinging jokester, the man who taught you to ride a bike. But sometimes, behind the laughter and backyard barbecues lurks a darker reality: narcissistic father abuse. It’s a suffocating dance of manipulation, criticism, and emotional neglect that can leave you questioning your own sanity and worth. You crave his approval, ... Read more
Ahh, the dreaded holiday dinner. You’re carving the turkey, trying to make witty conversation, when your narcissistic father-in-law throws shade at your career choice (again). He’s charming, sure, but there’s a niggling feeling he’s spinning narratives to his advantage, leaving you questioning reality. Maybe it’s just holiday stress, or maybe you’re facing the age-old dilemma: ... Read more
Did your dad ever make you feel like your mom was the villain, whispering doubts about her love and painting himself as the misunderstood hero? I’m talking about bedtime stories filled with subtle digs at the other parent, weekend visits marred by guilt trips, and holidays dominated by one-sided narratives. This is the insidious reality ... Read more
Ever feel like your dad’s the sun, and you’re just a planet caught in his orbit? Does your dad exhibit narcissistic parent traits like needing constant admiration, taking credit for your achievements, or belittling your feelings? If so, you’re not alone. Millions of us grapple with these dynamics, and I’ve seen firsthand the toll they ... Read more
Dads get a bad rap sometimes, right? Forgetful on birthdays, embarrassing in public, terrible at parallel parking. It’s all part of the charming package. But sometimes, under the surface of those groan-worthy quirks, there can be something deeper at play. We’re talking about the not-so-typical narcissist father traits. The charm that hides manipulation, grandiosity that ... Read more
Do you feel like you’re living in the shadow of a spotlight? Like your dad’s achievements are your only applause? I get it. I was raised by a narcissistic mother, who made sure I was the supporting act. I even spent years chasing her approval. But guess what? Turns out, children of narcissistic parents aren’t ... Read more
My narcissistic family situation was like a rollercoaster, thrilling, and terrifying, and all I remembered was just wanting to get the hell off the ride. If you feel like you need to protect yourself from a narcissistic family system, then your feelings are valid. It’s okay to want to do this. Your feelings are valid ... Read more
Ever felt like you were living in a gilded cage? Where everything seems perfect from the outside, but inside, you’re suffocating under a set of unspoken rules? If you grew up with narcissistic parents, you’re not alone. We all had our own versions of the 10 commandments of the narcissistic family, the code we were ... Read more
