When Support is Not What You Receive
There are certain experiences in your life in which you expect support from loved ones, and sometimes that support is absent. I am feeling very nostalgic today and am thinking…
Narcissism: What is It?
Narcissism is a word that gets tossed around a lot, but what does it really mean? When you hear the word narcissism or narcissist, you are probably thinking of one…
5 Toxic Relationship Red Flags (Pt. 2)
In my last post: https://strengthinmystory.com/5-toxic-relationship-red-flags/, I discussed 5 of the red flags that I noticed before I left my narcissistic marriage. In the part 2 of this post, I will…
5 Toxic Relationship Red Flags
There are a plethora of red flags that might pop up when you are in a toxic relationship and some of them you may notice while you are in the…
Taking Yourself on a Date
I am sure by now many of you have heard Miley Cyrus' song "Flowers"- https://youtu.be/G7KNmW9a75Y. It is so accurate for so many people and if you are single, recently divorced,…
Valentine’s Day with a Covert Narcissist
Although Valentine's Day may not be viewed as important in some relationships and I personally view it overall as just another day, it has played a role in my relationship…
Top 5 Tangible Mental Health Resource Tools
As a person who has been diagnosed with PTSD, I have been working diligently in therapy every week to learn tools to cope with my anxiety and process what has…
Why Share Your Story of Abuse/Assault?
Have you ever felt scared to share your story and experiences with others? I have been terrified of sharing my story of surviving narcissistic and emotional abuse and recognizing that…
What is a Mental Health Resource Toolkit?
What is a mental health resource toolkit? When I think about a toolkit, I immediately think of tangible items like hammers and nails, but it is so important when we…