Today marks 11 years since I went no contact with my narcissistic mother. Eleven years since I made the hardest, bravest, most life-changing decision of my life. Eleven years since I chose myself. I call it my Independence Day . Not in sadness or regret, but in celebration; a recognition of my strength, my healing and how far I've come. November 21, 2014. I can still remember the weight in my chest, the fear, the guilt, the voice in my head screaming that I was making a terr

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I've heard it countless times in the past few years: " Going no contact is just a trend, " or “ Everyone thinks their mother is a...

When I first started sharing my story about surviving narcissistic maternal abuse, I thought the hardest part was behind me. I'd already...

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Today, my baby brother Jayden turns 17. It’s a milestone that carries so much weight—not just for him, but for me too. Seventeen years...

Today marks Mother's Day in the UK. For many, today is a celebration of warmth, gratitude, and homemade cards. But for those of us raised...

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I want to share something close to my heart—a reflection on healing, understanding, and the delicate dance between the two. To those...

I want to share a story about love, loss, and the quiet heroes who shape us—even in the briefest moments. This week marks 32 years since...

As someone who grew up with a covert narcissist mother, I know firsthand how challenging this journey can be. When I think back to my...