The idea that narcissists trigger your childhood trauma may seem odd. Maybe you’re not even aware that any such trauma exists. Read on to find out the exact signs of childhood trauma, and the reason why narcissists can bring it to the surface. What is childhood trauma? When we hear the words “childhood trauma,” we […]
Abuse & Trauma
How to Heal From Verbal and Emotional Abuse
If you’ve been affected by verbal or emotional abuse, you may be wondering: how do I heal and move past it? That’s not easy because the wounds from emotional abuse are invisible. “There is no scar tissue to stretch, no bruises to yellow and heal, no gaping wound to point to. In spite of their […]
7 Signs You’re In a Toxic Trauma Bond Relationship
A trauma bond is a toxic relationship that is forged out of pain, abuse, and codependency. It’s often a romantic relationship, but it can also be a relationship with a parent, sibling, or even a friend. Similar to Stockholm Syndrome when captives become emotionally attached to their captors, people in abusive relationships become attached (or […]
How to Deal With Guilt-Tripping From a Manipulative Parent
Is your manipulative parent guilt-tripping you? You’re not alone. Inducing guilt, or “guilt-tripping” is a common tactic used by manipulative people everywhere. But just because it’s common doesn’t mean it’s harmless. In fact, over time guilt can seriously erode your mental and physical health. Yet manipulative parents are oblivious to the harm they cause. To […]
Toxic Parenting: 9 Ways to Avoid Repeating Your Parent’s Mistakes
Toxic parenting leaves deep scars on a child’s psyche. But what we often don’t realize is that it also gives the child a faulty blueprint for raising their own children. So how do we avoid repeating our parents’ terrible mistakes? First, we need to understand the full impact of toxic parenting. The Effects of Toxic […]
Can You Recognize These 15 Subtle Signs of Emotional Abuse?
The danger of toxic relationships is that it’s not always obvious they’re toxic. The abuse can be subtle and continue for years or even decades. So how do you recognize the signs of emotional abuse in what seems like a normal relationship? First, listen to your gut. Next, see if you can recognize these subtle […]