Relationships

Remember those childhood squabbles with your sis? While sibling rivalry is normal, there’s a line where it turns toxic. I know this firsthand, having grown up with a complicated family dynamic. My sister, once the golden child, seemingly had it all: beauty, success, and Mom’s unwavering approval. But things shifted in our 20s and 30s. … Read more

Do you sometimes feel like you’re playing a messed-up game of hot potato, where “hot” is a narcissistic parent’s disapproval, and you’re always the one left holding the bag? Trust me, I get it. My sister is the golden child in our little dysfunctional family, while I am the one who gets the blame for … Read more

As a child of a narcissist myself, I understand the pain of living in a world where one parent’s love feels more like a spotlight scorching your self-worth. But my cousins faced a different heartbreak: their narcissistic father abandoning them to start a new family. I’ve witnessed firsthand the deep scars it caused, which made … Read more

Wondering what it’s really like dating the daughter of a narcissistic father? It’s tricky. Now, you and I both know that love is messy, but when narcissism is involved, it gets a whole lot messier. I’m not saying I’m an expert. However, growing up with a narcissistic mother myself, I know the dance of tiptoeing … Read more

For some, the term “daddy dearest” doesn’t always paint the rosiest picture. Being raised by a narcissistic parent who prioritizes their reflection over their feelings can leave daughters feeling like a supporting act in their grand drama. I get it. I was the queen of the scapegoat parade for years, dancing to my narc mom’s … Read more

Ever wonder how to heal from a narcissistic father? As an adult child of a narcissistic mother, and with cousins who dodged a bullet (or several) with their narcissistic dad, I get the struggle. The walking on eggshells, the constant gaslighting, the feeling of never quite measuring up – it’s enough to make you wonder … Read more

If your dad shamelessly one-ups your every accomplishment to be the center of attention, I won’t be shocked if you think your father is a narcissist. As a child of a narcissist mom, I get it. But what I’m curious about is the sons on the other side of the coin, those raised by fathers … Read more

Does your dad shower you with praise when you succeed, then snatch it back with a snide remark? Does he guilt-trip you with “you’re the only one who cares?” Well, you’re not imagining things. Growing up with a narcissistic mom myself, I learned that these are some of the not-so-subtle signs of a narcissistic parent. … Read more

Whatever your story, if you’re here, then you’re probably at a crossroads. Your dad’s getting older, the guilt whispers are coming in loud and clear, and you may be wondering: can I really go no contact with my elderly narcissistic father? The answer is as messy and nuanced as life itself. Going no-contact with a … Read more

Let’s talk about dads. Not the grill-master, football-loving kind, but the ones who leave an emotional bruise instead of a high five. You know the type: the master of manipulation who can charm a roomful of strangers while leaving their kids feeling like shadows. I grew up with a mom who’s a textbook narc, but … Read more