For some people, relationships are all about control. This is not a healthy way to look at it. In fact, someone trying to control you in a relationship is an almost universal sign of a relationship you shouldn’t be in.…
We all have secrets. Things we hide away, either out of shame or fear. Some are small, like the time we cheated on a test at school. Others are much bigger, such as an affair or a crime. No matter…
Adult daughters of narcissistic mothers likely experienced childhoods of emotional neglect, manipulation, and criticism. Growing up with a narcissistic parent leaves deep-rooted emotional scars that affect their self-esteem and relationships with others. The narcissistic mother is usually very critical or…
Narcissistic mothers are self-absorbed, controlling, and manipulative. They often try to control their children using guilt or manipulation. It is also common for them to experience physical or emotional abuse. This can result in lifelong emotional damage to the child.…
When considering the relationship between a narcissist and their mother, and whether narcissists love their mothers, it is important to acknowledge that the development of narcissistic personality disorder is influenced by both nature and nurture. Therefore, understanding the mother’s role…
When an empath marries a narcissist, what happens is like mixing oil and water – they are incredibly different, but somehow they find themselves drawn together. Empaths, being highly sensitive individuals who feel deeply and understand the emotions of others,…
When a child initiates a no-contact policy with his narcissistic mother, she will likely react with shock and disbelief. Since she is used to controlling and manipulating her child, she may find it difficult to understand this sudden establishment of…
Growing up with a secret narcissistic mother can be a very difficult journey. The deep psychological scars caused by such parents last long into adulthood and if left untreated can greatly impact an individual’s life and relationships. Covert narcissism is…
Growing up with a secret narcissistic mother can be a very difficult journey. The deep psychological scars caused by such parents last long into adulthood and if left untreated can greatly impact an individual’s life and relationships. Covert narcissism is…
Golden child syndrome refers to a dysfunctional family dynamic in which one child is constantly favored and placed on a pedestal, while his or her siblings face neglect or abuse. This phenomenon usually arises in the context of narcissistic parenting,…
