A woman whom I have never met has been spreading unflattering and unfounded rumours about me, weaving a narrative that is both hurtful and completely baseless. She has actively tried to discourage new acquaintances from pursuing a friendship with me, leveraging her influence over our mutual social circles, as we socialize with some of theContinue reading “A Reflection On My Personal Growth”
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So I Painted My Pantry…Who Knew It Would Be So Triggering?
A not-so-monumental task that should have only taken a weekend took a whole week to complete. I wasn’t prepared for how triggering it would be. As I dove into the project, I was flooded with unwanted memories and feelings left from a fifteen-year tumultuous marriage to a mentally abusive narcissist. Each step I took feltContinue reading “So I Painted My Pantry…Who Knew It Would Be So Triggering?”
Are Exes Really Horrible People?
The short answer is probably not. I mean, there are indeed horrible people in the world, and their actions can leave a lasting impact on others; don’t get me wrong. However, it’s important to recognize that most people are not as bad as they may seem at times. Many individuals are capable of change, growth,Continue reading “Are Exes Really Horrible People?”
The Importance Of Validation
As a child, I never felt validated. I very much felt as though my feelings didn’t matter at all, to anyone, like a whisper lost in a cacophony of indifference. I felt dismissed, blamed, and shamed, as if my emotions were merely an inconvenience to those around me. Those feelings of isolation followed me intoContinue reading “The Importance Of Validation”
Beyond My Control
When I found out that my youngest daughter kept in touch with my ex-husband, her step-father, I felt betrayed, angry and hurt. It’s not as simple as her keeping in touch with my ex. That particular ex was emotionally and mentally abusive to me, he is a narcissist. Living with that man was awful. HeContinue reading “Beyond My Control”
Three Things I Like About Me
I deal with a fair amount of anxiety on a daily basis. I wonder if the people around me genuinely are interested in anything I have to say, or even if they want anything to do with me. I wonder if my partner is angry or frustrated with me even when he is not. I’veContinue reading “Three Things I Like About Me”
My Phoenix Rising 