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How Cultural Scripts Condition Us to Stay Small and How Uncovering the Truth Can Ignite a Soul-Deep Awakening The following is a transcript from the Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Podcast Podcast: Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Podcast…
It’s not drama. It’s design. Emotional labor isn’t love—it’s a system The following is taken from our podcast episode published as Episode 91. Transcript for Episode 91. Podcast: Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Podcast Host: Lynn…
The following is taken from our podcast episode published as Episode 90. Transcript for Episode 90. Podcast: Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Podcast Host: Lynn Nichols Lynn is a heartfelt advocate for personal growth and…
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For decades, women have been taught to be grateful for what they’re given — a roof, a ring, a man who “provides.” But that provision often comes with strings. Or ropes.
The financial dependency trap is one of the most powerful tools of control in toxic, dysfunctional, and narcissistic relationships. And it’s wildly effective. When you control the money, you control the options. You control the pace. You control how much food she can purchase at the grocery store. You control her options. You control her world.
If you’ve been in a relationship with a narcissist, you already know the emotional rollercoaster—the highs, lows, and exhausting unpredictability. But there’s often another layer of damage that’s more subtle yet equally devastating: financial abuse. Financial abuse is a manipulation tactic, carefully designed to strip away your independence, one dollar at a time.
Women, you have been lied to.
Before we get into the meat of this article, please be aware that you might spit out your gum, and then stare at the wall for a while after reading this article, because you may be in shock for a bit.
Someone has to say this.
Without further ado, let’s get to it…
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