Reclaiming my life from psychological grooming and manipulation, understanding the tactics used to fracture me and their impact. Taking steps to navigate from decades of barely surviving to something not unlike thriving.
Needs That Didn’t Fit When I was young, I experienced needs, feelings, fears, and sensitivities that did not seem to be commonly shared, openly discussed, or well supported. I seemed…
A year ago I ended a relationship that I had initially believed was the love of my life. I still kind of feel that way, even though being love bombed…
Observing a year of pain, growth, and resilience — the subtle ways people show up when we are most vulnerable.
I’m finally recognizing how validity gets measured not necessarily by the truth of what’s said, but by the composure of the person saying it. My sister recognized this dynamic early…