Narcissism Archives - Page 14 of 28

How I am Finding Myself by Being Alone (for a while). A Personal Experiment.

So there it is. My plan would not work for everyone, at least not in total but these elements are what are helping me to find my individuality and rediscover my values.

The Benefits of Solo Travel for a Codependent

Solo travel may seem like a daunting undertaking, especially for individuals accustomed to codependent relationships where the emphasis is often on joint decision-making and mutual emotional support.

How an Age Old Theory can explain why you cannot get away from the Narcissist

The belief that anyone or anything external to you possesses power over you is an illusion. The only reason they can exert power over you is because there are unresolved aspects within you that enable it.

Refreshing a Stale Relationship: The In-Depth Guide

Relationships are dynamic entities that constantly evolve with time. Sometimes, they can transition into a period of stagnation or staleness, marked by lack of excitement, diminished communication, and reduced intimacy.

What are the consequences of Emotional Incest for a child?

In emotional incest, the parent may treat the child as a surrogate partner, confidant, or emotional outlet, sharing intimate details about their own life, feelings, and problems that are not age-appropriate or healthy for the child to handle.

Codependency is Love Management not Love Addiction

Codependents are not escaping or addicts of some sort. They are using relationships to function and bring stability in the only way they know. This is done by managing and controlling the environment around them.

Are You In a Relationship Due To Your Exiles?

Exiles, also known as child parts, may become trapped in the past, unable to move on from the pain and fear of their past experiences.

The Path to Freedom is now “Embrace Your Individuality, Rewrite Your Story: Charting a Path Beyond Codependency”

I am possibly the happiest and fittest I have been for many years. I certainly feel contented to the point that I am truly focussed on what is coming up.

Codependency is sometimes hard to break because it works!

The conundrum at hand pertains to the fact that their search efforts are being directed to the wrong place.

The Path to Freedom and The Four Pillars were tested

Things returned to normal very quickly after we had a healthy discussion about the lessons that could be drawn from this experience.