Tag: narcissistic abuse
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Part 1 of the serie: Trauma in the body Sometimes the body reacts before the mind can understand.A sound, a scent, a gesture — and suddenly something tightens inside us.Our heart races, breath shortens, stomach clenches. We know we are safe — and yet, we don’t feel safe. This is not weakness.It is memory. Trauma…
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The eternal martyr also skillfully plays on her role as a victim—but the helplessness lies not with her, but with her counterpart. In order to play the role of martyr, she needs a direct counterpart whom she can influence and manipulate. The eternal martyr is often the mother who always suffers, who sacrifices herself for…
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The Drama Queen is surrounded, as her title suggests, by constant drama. There are always problems, worries, conflicts, doubts, illnesses, etc. For this narcissist, there are basically no solutions to problems, and conflicts are always instigated by uninvolved third parties. The Drama Queen is not responsible for any of her problems and always blames the…
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It’s not easy to deal with someone who constantly wants to be in control, crosses your boundaries, or throws you off balance emotionally. Narcissistic behavior can be exhausting, confusing, and painful—especially when you’re trying to stay calm and true to yourself. Regardless of the situation or your relationship with a narcissistic personality, it takes all…