House of Cards
My friend, my hero, my badass partner in recovery has shared how her sister was collectively, not only abused, but also blamed for bringing it on herself by being so difficult—by being who…
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.
Fools Rush In
Because my mother is physically and mentally unwell, 84, and in the hospital, I am feeling twisted up inside, as if I should DO something. There is nothing for me to do at this time. My efforts to heal and build trust or connection are either swatted away like a pesky gnat or they go unacknowledged. I guess swats and dismissals are an improvement from being blasted with heavy artillery of character assasination and accusations of how I deserve abuse or am unworthy of kindness. This is progress. (more…)
Painful Dynamics- Repair or Release
My mother is in the hospital today having cancerous masses removed. My sister whom I have not spoken to since May emailed the information to me. I responded with a…
Submission is for Jiu-Jitsu and Other Stuff
Recovery has taught me that I must be flexible with my approach or method but not with my needs and principles(which are static-not dynamic). When I flex on my principles…
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