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Ending Generational Emotional Abuse

Post author:Magda Gee
Post published:April 12, 2022
Post category:coercive control Family Dynamics The Scapegoat's Perspective Trauma

Breaking the Cycle As I watch and try to untangle and make sense of what is happening, I see how those who need admiration will frequently and relentlessly cast a…

The Cost of Emotional Inheritance

Post author:Magda Gee
Post published:March 31, 2022
Post category:coercive control Family Dynamics The Scapegoat's Perspective Trauma

Break the Cycle. Starting Now. To the people who were older, and on whom I relied to teach me about love, trust, and connection: The messaging—that your encampment in your…

How Emotional Abuse Maintains Power

Post author:Magda Gee
Post published:March 11, 2022
Post category:coercive control The Scapegoat's Perspective

The House Rules I am never wrong. Never out of line. Never erring in judgment. Never lacking in kindness, patience, or grace. It is unwise to suggest otherwise. I am…

Faith, Fear, and the Practice of Acceptance

Post author:Magda Gee
Post published:December 31, 2021
Post category:addiction dirty secrets Family Dynamics Mindful Parenting The Scapegoat's Perspective Trauma

There are Some Good Things We live in a nice, cute, safe home—one I can afford. My boys are able-bodied, able-minded, and excellent in countless ways. They are creative, strong,…