From the time we are toddlers, we are asked by the adults around us, “What do you want to BE when you grow up?” My answer to that was always, “I want to be a MOMMY.” Even when different answers came out of my mouth as my interests grew and the adults tried to steer … Continue reading What ARE You?
Tag: Emotional Pain
We are NOT Cute!
Two people within the same hour told my ex-husband and I we are too cute, as they watched us interact with each other in front of them. I'm here to tell ya, we are NOT cute! What we are is a narcissist trying desperately to hold on to his best source of supply and that … Continue reading We are NOT Cute!
Narcissistic Families not only Scapegoat, they ‘Cain and Able’
A raw look at why dysfunctional families need a scapegoat. It details the psychological abuse and manipulation used to silence a truth-teller. Understanding Narcissistic Families and the Scapegoat Role This essay explores the fixed role of the family scapegoat in narcissistic dynamics. It details the psychological tactics of abuse, from gaslighting to smear campaigns, and … Continue reading Narcissistic Families not only Scapegoat, they ‘Cain and Able’
Lessons I Learned from my Grandchildren
Youth perspectives highlight the complexities of emotions and responsibilities: a toddler views sadness as an injury, while older children express themes of memory, hidden pain, premature selflessness, and the sacrifice of personal needs for love and acceptance. These insights reflect a deeper understanding of childhood struggles and relational dynamics.
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