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Similar to families with alcohol addiction, a narcissistic family assigns specific roles to its members, functioning like a cast in a play. The narcissist takes charge, and to keep control and make this unhealthy system function, other family members are pushed into secondary roles. Often, the spouse enables the narcissistic
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Discover eight simple yet powerful habits that can help you create a life filled with joy and fulfilment. Start living with more happiness and purpose today!
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I spend much of my professional time helping clients, both adult children and their parents, navigate the sometimes challenging and emotional aspects of parent-child relationships. While the details and situations vary, adult children often express the same core needs over and over again. Here are the key things that adult
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Break free from the cycle of negative thinking with these seven simple and effective strategies. Shift your mindset and embrace a more positive, fulfilling life.
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Learn eight simple and powerful strategies to set and maintain healthy boundaries in all areas of your life. Protect your time, energy, and well-being with confidence.
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A narcissist’s primary four needs can clash with yours, especially if you possess emotional intelligence (EI). A narcissist typically has very different priorities compared to a truly emotionally intelligent individual. This difference often leads to ongoing tension in relationships because both individuals operate from fundamentally different values. The narcissist’
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The far reaching benefits of growing up in a mentally healthy family. Jim grew up in a chaotic home. His father was frequently away, and his mother, struggling with substance abuse, had little energy to care for him. His parents, struggling with their own problems, often fought loudly, leaving young
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Discover seven powerful strategies to overcome self-doubt, build confidence, and unlock your true potential.
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Discover eight simple and effective tips to strengthen your emotional resilience and bounce back from life’s challenges with confidence
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The Addictive Cycle of Emotional Abuse
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If you were raised by a narcissistic parent, breaking free from the effects of such an upbringing can be life changing. By "narcissistic," I mean individuals who meet the criteria for narcissistic personality disorder or exhibit many narcissistic traits. Through my work with numerous people raised by narcissistic
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Traits of Narcissism, Machiavellianism, and Psychopathy