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The Silent Abuse: Why Covert Narcissists Are Hard to Spot
For most people, the word narcissist conjures an image of someone loud, arrogant, and openly self-absorbed. We think of the boastful...
lovesdreflection
Oct 3
Validating the Survivor of Narcissistic Abuse: You Are Not Alone
Surviving narcissistic abuse is like waking up from a dream you didn’t know you were trapped in. It’s disorienting, painful, and often...
lovesdreflection
Sep 29


Narcissism in the Age of Social Media: The Rise of “NarcTok” and the Digital Ego
Social media has been accused of breeding narcissism for over a decade, and with good reason. Platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and...
lovesdreflection
Sep 28


Narcissism and Social Exclusion: The Lonely Reality Behind the Ego
When we think of narcissists, we usually imagine people who dominate a room, charming, confident, and surrounded by admirers. But peel...
lovesdreflection
Sep 27


Dark Empaths: When Empathy Becomes a Weapon
Empathy is usually painted as an unquestionable virtue. It’s what helps us connect, care, and support one another. But what if empathy...
lovesdreflection
Sep 26


Why Some People Lack Empathy: Understanding the Roots of Emotional Disconnection
Empathy is what allows us to feel another person’s pain, to put ourselves in someone else’s shoes, and to respond with compassion. It’s...
lovesdreflection
Sep 25


Future-Faking: The Manipulative Tactic You Need to Know
Ever been with someone who painted a dreamy picture of the future trips you would take together, a house you would buy, the life you...
lovesdreflection
Sep 24


FORWARD FROM love's dark reflection
GET YOUR COPY TODAY In the quiet resilience of her voice lies a story that is both deeply personal and universally relevant, a narrative...
lovesdreflection
Sep 23


Covert vs. Overt Narcissism — And Why Narcissists Are Harder to Spot Today
FREEDOOM We’ve all heard the word “narcissist” tossed around, usually describing someone loud, flashy, or self-obsessed. But here’s the...
lovesdreflection
Sep 22


What Makes a Narcissist: Understanding the Personality Behind the Mask
Narcissism is one of those words we throw around casually, usually when we encounter someone self-absorbed or entitled. But true...
lovesdreflection
Sep 21
Hoovering: Why They Come Back and How to Stay Free
You’ve broken free. You’ve walked away from the chaos, the control, and the pain. Just when you begin to breathe again—there it is: the...
lovesdreflection
Sep 17


Turning Pain Into Power: Thriving Beyond Abuse
BUY TODAY Surviving domestic violence or narcissistic abuse leaves scars—some visible, most invisible. For a while, it may feel like your...
lovesdreflection
Sep 16
Managing Triggers Without Letting Them Control You
Healing after domestic violence or narcissistic abuse is not a straight path. Even when you feel strong, safe, and free, something as...
lovesdreflection
Sep 15
The Narcissist’s Playbook: Recognizing the Tactics They Use
If you’ve ever been tangled in a relationship with a narcissist, you know it feels like being trapped in a game you never agreed to play....
lovesdreflection
Sep 14
Healing Through Creativity: Art, Writing, and Music as Therapy
When you’ve lived through domestic violence or narcissistic abuse, healing isn’t only about talking through the pain. Sometimes words...
lovesdreflection
Sep 13
Rewiring the Brain After Narcissistic Gaslighting
Gaslighting is one of the most insidious forms of abuse. When you’ve been with a narcissist, you’re not just dealing with insults or...
lovesdreflection
Sep 12


The Power of Small Victories in Recovery
When you’re healing from domestic violence or narcissistic abuse, recovery can feel overwhelming. You want to wake up one day and feel...
lovesdreflection
Sep 11


Rebuilding Confidence When It’s Been Torn Down
Abuse doesn’t just bruise the body; it dismantles the soul. Survivors of domestic violence and narcissistic abuse often walk away free...
lovesdreflection
Sep 10


What Moments of Abuse Do I Need to Release From My Memory Today?
Survivors of domestic violence and narcissistic abuse carry memories like invisible weights. Some are sharp and jagged, an insult, a...
lovesdreflection
Sep 9


What Lies Did My Abuser Tell Me, and What Is the Truth I Choose to Believe Instead?
Abuse isn’t just physical or emotional, it’s psychological. One of the cruelest tactics abusers use is planting lies in your mind until...
lovesdreflection
Sep 8
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