by Chelsey Brooke Cole | Jun 9, 2022 | narcissistic abuse, narcissists, toxic relationships
When you’re being gaslighted, you initially think it’s a matter of evidence. “Once I can PROVE my point, this will be resolved.” “Maybe they just don’t remember what happened. I’ll show them the text messages, then they’ll understand.” “Once I show them proof that...
by Chelsey Brooke Cole | Jun 9, 2022 | narcissistic abuse, toxic relationships
Toxic relationships are messy. And they often get even messier when they end. Partly because of the narcissist’s use of a smear campaign. And partly because of the reactions you get from friends and family about the relationship ending. A lot of times –...
by Chelsey Brooke Cole | May 31, 2022 | narcissistic abuse, narcissists, toxic relationships
Emotional pain is felt – not seen. So anytime you experience mental or emotional hurt, it’s really common to feel completely alone and misunderstood. People tell you to: Let it go Move on Get over it Or make statements like: You shouldn’t let this ruin your...
by Chelsey Brooke Cole | May 24, 2022 | narcissistic abuse, narcissists, toxic relationships
I get asked this question A LOT. People often wonder… Are narcissists always cruel? How can they be both nice and mean? They don’t treat everyone poorly… maybe I’m the problem? Let’s break this down. Most narcissists are very charming, act like social...
by Chelsey Brooke Cole | May 16, 2022 | narcissistic abuse, narcissists
Love has boundaries – unhealthy attachments do not. Here’s what I mean: When you love someone, you still have a separate sense of “self”. You know and feel where YOUR thoughts and emotions end and where your partner’s begins. You feel safe within the...
by Chelsey Brooke Cole | May 16, 2022 | narcissistic abuse, narcissists, toxic relationships, trauma
Toxic relationships are shrouded in a thick cloud of confusion, anxiety, and feelings of “not enough”. The narcissist’s consistent and insidious acts of belittling, criticizing, contempt, and mockery slowly erode your self-worth like a poisonous gas. And your...