Tag Archives: empath

I’m Teary Today

Posted on February 6, 2020 by

It’s a drizzly day here so maybe that’s the reason.  Maybe the gloomy weather has me down.  Maybe it’s that there has been a lot of sadness in my life lately as three people passed away.  Not directly related to … Continue reading →

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Narcissists Spin The Story

Posted on April 29, 2019 by

To keep you on your toes, narcissists spin the story of whatever they’re telling you.  Listen closely, because depending upon whom they’re talking with, the story may change.  Outright lies, embellishments of the truth and even small nuances are part … Continue reading →

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Don’t Ignore The Red Flags

Posted on August 17, 2018 by

Before dating after a breakup, here’s a little advice. DON’T IGNORE THE RED FLAGS! What do I mean by that?  Well, if you read yesterday’s post, you’ll see how in talking with Steve, I was feeling interested because I felt … Continue reading →

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I No Longer Believe You

Posted on July 27, 2018 by

“I’m not upset that you lied to me, I’m upset that from now on I can’t believe you.” ― Friedrich Nietzsche Above is a common quote on the internet, but the real quote is: “Not that you lied to me … Continue reading →

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We Just Want To Be Loved

Posted on July 26, 2018 by

Why did you fall for the narcissist? Because you just wanted to be loved. How can you make sure you don’t make that mistake again? Love yourself. – Janie Leeds It’s not that we don’t love ourselves that we fall … Continue reading →

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When Clarity Brings Divinity

Posted on July 12, 2018 by

I can’t even begin to tell you how much better I am feeling as I go through this process of realizing how the narcissists in my life have evolved.  I don’t blame them for being who they are and I … Continue reading →

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I Won’t Be Narc Bait Anymore

Posted on July 5, 2018 by

I was raised by narcissistic parents in addition to a narc brother.  Trained by the narcs, I am a people pleaser, a fixer and I wear my heart on my sleeve.  I love deeply.  I am an empath.  I don’t … Continue reading →

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Just Let The Sleeping Dog Lie

Posted on November 30, 2017 by

You’ve heard the following quotes, haven’t you?  Don’t poke the bear?  Just let the sleeping dog lie?  Well, how about if I add, don’t try to explain it to the narcissist? I have learned the hard way that a narcissist … Continue reading →

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The Narcissist Buzzword in Divorce

Posted on May 29, 2017 by

Recently I’ve met a few women who are separated and divorcing.  I guess it’s only natural since that’s the spot I’m in as well.  We are all in different stages of the marriage falling apart.  Some are just beginning the … Continue reading →

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