Smashed Up Against The Looking Glass: A Shame Journey
Shame is one of the most powerful and invisible forces shaping our lives. Unlike guilt, which says “I did something bad,” shame whispers “I am bad.”
Shame is one of the most powerful and invisible forces shaping our lives. Unlike guilt, which says “I did something bad,” shame whispers “I am bad.”
When people hear the word narcissism, they often think of vanity or selfishness. But it’s not just about arrogance—it’s about deep insecurity, fragile self-worth, and a desperate need for control.
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is one of the most complex and misunderstood mental health conditions. Those who live with it often experience overwhelming emotions, a fragile sense of self, and a deep fear of abandonment.
Growing up with a parent who struggled with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) can be confusing, painful, and often invisible to the outside world.
Many people assume that once you’re grown, your parent loses their power to hurt you. But if you grew up with a mother or father who struggles with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) or Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD)—you may know this isn’t true.
Unlike physical infidelity, emotional affairs tend to unfold quietly, leaving deep wounds that are invisible to the outside world but intensely felt by those involved.
When we commit to a partner, we do so with the expectation of safety, honesty, and shared responsibility. When that trust is broken—through affairs, financial infidelity, or secret-keeping—the emotional fallout can feel like the ground has been ripped out from under us.
Discovering your partner has been unfaithful is one of the most destabilizing experiences in intimate life.
Creating an online dating profile can feel a little like writing a résumé for your love life. You want to stand out, but also be authentic. The good news is: a well-crafted profile can do a lot of the heavy lifting for you.
Trauma is not just what happens to us—it’s also what happens inside us in response to overwhelming events.