by Chelsey Brooke Cole | Oct 12, 2022 | narcissistic abuse, narcissists, toxic relationships
When you’re in a relationship with a narcissist, you getting sick or injured WON’T get you sympathy – Narcissists view your illnesses as an inconvenience and annoyance. Because if you’re sick, you can’t meet their supply needs. You won’t be able to do for...
by Chelsey Brooke Cole | Oct 12, 2022 | narcissistic abuse, narcissists, toxic relationships
Did you know narcissists are REALLY loyal? It’s true! They’re always standing up for, defending, and agreeing with… THEMSELVES! Narcissists are loyal to what best serves THEM at any given moment. Which means they can’t be loyal to another person because at some...
by Chelsey Brooke Cole | Aug 3, 2022 | narcissistic abuse, narcissists, toxic relationships
You don’t have to wonder for too long what a narcissist is up to. Because even though they can be skilled at manipulation and deceit – They can’t stop themselves… from being themselves. Which means they will continue to: Deflect. Project. And Redirect....
by Chelsey Brooke Cole | Aug 3, 2022 | gaslighting, narcissistic abuse, narcissists, toxic relationships
“Everyone’s ex is a narcissist.” “You can’t disagree with me, that’s gaslighting!” “She’s so emotional, she must be bipolar.” “He never wants to have dinner when I do – he’s such a narcissist!” “My emotions change a lot, I probably just have borderline...
by Chelsey Brooke Cole | Jul 27, 2022 | narcissistic abuse, narcissists, toxic relationships, trauma
How can you tell if you’re in a relationship with a *toxic* person (and need to run away immediately)… Or a *dysfunctional* person? I believe many times we end up tolerating toxic relationships because we aren’t sure where the line is. We think things like: We...
by Chelsey Brooke Cole | Jul 27, 2022 | narcissistic abuse, narcissists, toxic relationships, trauma
“Walking on eggshells” is a term we often associate with physically abusive relationships. It’s the idea that you end up feeling like you have to “walk on eggshells” so you don’t *upset* the abuser – in this way, you’re trying to keep yourself safe. Walking on...