Sometimes we are so used to a situation or behavior that it seems normal to us. This is commonly true for those of us who grew up in a household where a parent or grandparent was especially difficult or demanding. Others in the family may have normalized it with comments like “oh, that’s just […]
Posts with the shame tag
SHAME – You Should Have Already Mastered Everything – Says Who?
We’ve all experienced shame at one time or another. It’s an awful feeling, beyond guilt and sadness. Guilt is knowing we have done something wrong and taking the responsibility for it. This can lead to growth and change. But Shame is a different animal. It isn’t about that you did something bad […]
What Do a Car Accident, War and a Narcissist Have in Common?
What do a car accident, war, and a Narcissist have in common? They all can cause PTSD. Having a long term relationship with a Narcissist, whether as a parent or significant other can put you into a position of experiencing trauma and stress on a daily basis. This kind of trauma can […]