Where Does the Story Begin?
I don’t care too much for the word codependent in today’s world. It has come to mean something incredibly negative. It portrays a weak, beaten down individual who has no ability to stand up for themse...
25 Sep 202217min
The Gradual Pain of Covert Narcissistic Abuse
The effects of narcissistic control, especially covert narcissistic control, are incredibly subtle and extremely gradual. Little by little, without even realizing it, you fall into the orbit of someon...
19 Sep 202219min
Guard Dogging: The Covert Narcissist’s Justification for Their Own Anger
I used to describe my husband as being like a guard dog. Always on high alert, looking for any threat to his territory, just waiting to pounce, eager to attack, hyper-sensitive, hyper-alert, always on...
11 Sep 202219min
Intermittent Reinforcement, A Powerful Manipulation Tool
Why can’t I leave? What is this crazy ride I am on? One minute I want out so badly, but the next I am fighting to stay. Do I want to stay? Do I want to go? Why can’t I make up my mind? What is wrong w...
4 Sep 202222min
Your Warning System is Not Broken
I’m so easily upset. I didn’t use to be, but I am now. Is something wrong with me? I’ve become so reactive. The smallest things really upset me now. Am I the problem? I'm on high alert all the time. I...
28 Aug 202223min
How Do I Handle the Triggers
When living in an abusive situation, a victim often becomes reactive. The environment is not emotionally safe. You are walking on eggshells every day of your life. Your mind is in hyper-drive and hype...
21 Aug 202224min
Covert Narcissists’ Constant Need for Validation
Covert narcissists have an insatiable need for constant validation. It is an addiction for them. They have to be fed ALL the time. And it will still never be enough. Their need for validation is like ...
14 Aug 202217min
Covert Narcissists Rule Their Environment
When you are with a covert narcissist, you gradually and even completely disappear as an individual. You no longer matter in your world. They completely rule the environment. They are the one in charg...
7 Aug 202220min
