Codependency: Why Red Flags Give Us All The Information We Need
In my daily work with codependents, I hear a lot about so-called "red-flags". Usually this comes when clients are describing the early stages of a relationship they were or are in...
Divorcing An Egomaniac Follows A Familiar Pattern
I am unfortunately dealing with a few messy divorce cases at present. I say unfortunately because it is never positive when a marriage breaks down...
Narcissists And “Magical Thinking”: An Avoidance Of Shame
Narcissists avoid shame at all costs. It is their nemesis or "kryptonite", if you want to see it that way. It's not clear where the roots of narcissism start but generally held opinions point...
How Our Childhood Never Really Leaves Us… Until It Does
There is an old saying that goes "One day in your life, you will look in the mirror and see your parent looking back at you"...
Codependency Stories Day 13: Trauma Bonding With A Narcissist
Today we meet J who is in an abusive relationship with S. In therapy, she has documented evidence of frequent physical, emotional and verbal abuse...
After Narcissist Abuse: Avoiding The Gaslighting That Will Certainly Come
The time has finally come. Your friendly neighbourhood narcissist has decided to ship out and move on to his next victim. The disappointment, guilt and feelings of being abused hurt...
Codependency: Why No Contact After Narcissist Abuse Is Essential But It’s Not As Simple As It Sounds
It is common advice when recovering from narcissist abuse to go "no-contact" or more simply put, cut the person completely out of your life and block any possibility they have to get back in touch...
Codependency: Why Red Flags Give Us All The Information We Need
In my daily work with codependents, I hear a lot about so-called "red-flags". Usually this comes when clients are describing the early stages of a relationship they were or are in...
Narcissism: Why Would You Let Anyone Treat You Like That?
As a therapist and a person who deals in reality and common sense in my own life, it is hard to see some of the decisions that other people make in the name of love and devotion...
Should You Bother Trying To Set Boundaries With A Narcissist?
I talk a lot about boundaries. I believe they are the foundation of a healthy relationship. Setting boundaries means being emotionally honest, assertive and it means protecting your emotional
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