Dealing with a narcissistic sibling is no walk in the park. Here are 10 ways to change the relationship dynamic and protect yourself from emotional harm. Are you suffering in your relationship with an emotionally abusive sibling? Dealing with anarcissistic sibling’s behavior is difficult in itself. Setting a new precedent in the relationship to protect […]
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10 Signs You Have a Narcissistic Sibling
This post outlines Narcissistic Personality Disorder and describes 10 signs you may be dealing with narcissistic sibling abuse. Are you struggling in your relationship with your sister or brother? We’re all bound to have tiffs with our siblings now and then. But if your relationship with your sibling has been draining, volatile, or painful for […]
10 Common Character Traits Imprinted by an Abusive Parent
Do you ever wonder why you are the way you are? Why do you do the things you do? Why is it so hard for you to lead a “normal” life, unburdened by mental struggles? You might be surprised to learn that character traits you thought were personal flaws aren’t actually your fault. They could […]
Why Your Enabler Father Didn’t Protect You From Your Narcissistic Mother
Did you grow up with a narcissistic mother and an enabler father? If so, you probably have conflicting feelings about him. On the one hand, you feel a certain closeness and even sympathy for him. After all, narcissists are incapable of healthy relationships, so they’re often abusive to their spouses as well as their children. […]
The Upside of Being a Scapegoat Child of a Narcissistic Parent
If you are an adult child of a narcissistic parent, you likely played one of two roles in your family: a golden child or a scapegoat. A golden child is the pride of the family, while the scapegoat occupies a much less enviable role — that of a screwup who can’t do anything right. If […]
12 Ways to Create Emotional Distance From a Narcissist
Creating emotional distance from a narcissist may be easier said than done. But if no contact is not an option, it’s the next best thing. Read on to find out 12 proven methods of emotional distancing from a narcissistic person who’s making your life hell. What is Emotional Distance? Emotional distance is a sense of […]