emotional evolution

The Danger of People Pleasing

From People Pleaser to Self Lover You probably have noticed all the information on people-pleasing available and are likely to know a LOT about it. It’s also likely you’ve tried to hard to stop people pleasing patterns but still find yourself saying YES when you want to say no, or staying mute when you really want …

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The aftermath of living with a Narcissist

Even after your relationship with a narcissist has ended, there may be collateral damage. While I feel pretty grateful for the experience and growth that resulted from my relationship, there’s an interesting phenomenon I’ve observed that seems to be part and parcel of such a life experience…. I wonder if you can relate? Sometimes in …

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The invisible line in the sand

I was the movie playing on a screen to entertain the viewer and keep them happy. Is it any wonder, I felt disconnected and alone in the relationship? is it any wonder after time there was nothing there – no common interests, no heart. And is it any wonder, I had lost myself? I hadn’t yet realised I had replaced me with a paper cut out, that was held in shape by the invisible lines of her own creation.