The impact of growing up in a narcissistic family shows up in all areas of life. Here are some of the tell-tale signs:

Growing up in a narcissistic family feels like being caught by invisible tentacles— It leads to self-sabotaging patterns that trap you

Narcissistic families are like a sticky web: suffocating and impossible to escape unless you step outside completely. They thrive on denial

Friendships with covert narcissists don’t look toxic on the surface. Covert narcissists use subtle tactics to manipulate and control.

Narcissistic relationships tend to follow a predictable cycle that can leave you feeling confused, diminished & stuck. Understanding is key.

Here's a checklist to help you identify if you’re in an emotionally abusive or toxic relationship. Recognizing the signs is the first step.

Motherhood is fertile ground for financial dependency. Narcissists thrive on control and money becomes a powerful tool to assert dominance.

Good Girl Syndrome keeps you trapped in perfectionism, approval-seeking & self-sacrifice. It shapes your identity around pleasing others.

The narcissistic family relies on dysfunction to survive. Facing the truth—admitting the lies & unhealed wounds—would dismantle the system.

The father wound is a deep, often unconscious injury. It shapes how you see yourself and how you navigate life in general.

Trauma & Fragmentation: we unpack the idea of “parts.” Why they develop and how understanding them can help you integrate your whole self.

Suicidal ideation is a commonly misunderstood symptom. It signals overwhelming pain. It isn’t about wanting to die—it’s about wanting relief

The inner critic is that relentless voice inside your head that's always ready to doubt, judge & belitte you. It's rooted in your childhood.

People-pleasing is often mislabelled as being kind. But below the surface-level niceness is a complex web of conditioning & unhealed wounds.

Self-worth is the foundation of your emotional and mental well-being.

Emotional flashbacks may feel like they have power over you, but with the right tools and support, you can regain control.

Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) is a hidden wound that many black sheep and cycle breakers carry.