Personal Growth

Stories of personal growth, independence, and taking on new challenges after leaving a narcissistic relationship or family.

Personal Growth | Dating | Exit Plan | Healing and Recovery | Spouse/Partner | Tactics and Red Flags

All Hope is Not Lost: It is Possible to Have an Excellent Relationship and Be Narcissist Free – 6 Interesting Perspectives
ByLynn Nichols July 8, 2023August 6, 2023

Is there Hope for Relationships after a Narcissistic Relationship? 4 Things to Understand in the Recovery Process Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter If you have been following my blog for a while or perhaps you are new here, to date we have over 100+ articles on our site all geared toward recovering from a relationship with…

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Personal Growth | Empaths | Healing and Recovery | Tactics and Red Flags

7 Ways Self-Respect Empowers Boundary Setting with Narcissists: The Guide You Need Right Now
ByLynn Nichols June 20, 2023August 6, 2023

7 Ways Self-Respect Empowers Boundary Setting with Narcissists: A Heartfelt Guide Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Boundaries, boundaries, boundaries. Whenever the topic of narcissistic ab&se comes about, this topic rightfully surfaces. But I think people are still confused with what boundary setting actually is… Today in this article, I hope to bring a simple clarification to…

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Healing and Recovery | Empaths | No Contact | Personal Growth | Scapegoat | Tactics and Red Flags

Recovery from Narcissistic Abuse: 7+ Things I Want Victims to Be Aware Of
ByLynn Nichols June 19, 2023July 2, 2025

Insights for Narcissistic Abuse Recovery: 10+ Essential Tips for Victims Podcast Facebook Youtube Instagram X-twitter Medium Link I have been a narcissistic ab&se recovery coach since 2019, my heart has a passion to see lives healed and fully recovered while understanding the depth and intracacies of narcissistic abuse. I still have in my opinion, too…

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Tactics and Red Flags | Empaths | Healing and Recovery | No Contact | Personal Growth | Scapegoat | Spouse/Partner

5 Ways Constant Criticism by Narcissistic Individuals Takes a Toll on Your Life and the Importance of Getting Away from Them
ByLynn Nichols June 15, 2023August 15, 2023

The Impact of Relentless Criticism by Narcissistic Individuals: 5 Ways It Takes a Toll and the Importance of Breaking Free Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Medium Being constantly criticized by a narcissistic parent or partner can have a profound impact on a person’s life. Narcissists have a grandiose sense of self-importance, lack empathy, and often seek…

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Personal Growth | Dating | Empaths | Healing and Recovery | Scapegoat | Spouse/Partner | Tactics and Red Flags

When You’ve Dated a Narcissist, Evaluating Your Friendships Becomes Essential – 20 Detection Tips to Know Today
ByLynn Nichols June 15, 2023August 6, 2023

Toxic Friendships: 20 Red Flags in Friendships: Signs Your Friends Might Be Dysfunctional Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Entering into a relationship with a narcissist can be a deeply painful and challenging experience. The aftermath of such a relationship often leaves lasting scars, affecting various aspects of one’s life. Among these areas is the realization that…

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No Contact | Empaths | Exit Plan | Grief and Loss | Healing and Recovery | Personal Growth | Scapegoat | Spouse/Partner

Step One (1): Cutting Contact Mastering the Art of Going No Contact: Your Beginner’s Guide
ByLynn Nichols June 11, 2023May 14, 2025

Cutting Contact for Growth: The Simplified Guide to Going No Contact Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Cutting Contact is Not Easy Going no contact is a challenging but empowering decision for anyone seeking to break free from toxic relationships or individuals who bring more harm than good. It allows you to prioritize your mental and emotional…

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Mother | Empaths | Exit Plan | Golden Child | No Contact | Personal Growth | Scapegoat | Tactics and Red Flags

16 Subtle Signs That Your Mother Might Be a Narcissist and Options to Handle
ByLynn Nichols June 11, 2023May 14, 2025

Narcissistic Mother? Identifying 16 Indicators That Your Mother May Display Narcissistic Traits Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Narcissistic Mother: Plus How to Handle Growing up, our mothers play a significant role in shaping our lives and personalities. However, some mothers exhibit narcissistic traits that can have a profound impact on their children. Recognizing these signs can…

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Personal Growth | Empaths | Exit Plan | Healing and Recovery | Scapegoat | Tactics and Red Flags

What Will You Tolerate? Pushback or Acceptance: What We Allow Shapes Our Lives, 3 Things to Never Tolerate
ByLynn Nichols June 5, 2023May 14, 2025

What Will You Tolerate? Pushback or Acceptance: What We Allow Shapes Our Lives, 3 Things to Never Tolerate Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter In a world where mistreatment, exploitation, and taking advantage of others have become distressingly common, it is crucial to examine the concept of tolerance and its impact on our lives. Tolerance refers to…

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Personal Growth | Grief and Loss | Healing and Recovery | Spouse/Partner | Tactics and Red Flags

Breaking Free: Liberating Yourself from the Chains of Blame in a Toxic Relationship – Learn 4 Tips Today
ByLynn Nichols June 5, 2023August 6, 2023

Breaking Free: Liberating Yourself from the Chains of Blame in a Toxic Relationship – Learn 4 Tips Today Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Have you ever found yourself trapped in a toxic relationship, where the signs of toxicity were cleverly hidden by your partner? Did their true colors only reveal themselves over time, leaving you feeling…

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Personal Growth | Empaths | Exit Plan | Healing and Recovery | No Contact

4 Reasons Why You Immediately Struggle to Go No Contact with Narcissistic Family Member(s)
ByLynn Nichols June 3, 2023August 6, 2023

4 Key Challenges You Face When Trying to Cut Off Narcissistic Family Member(s) Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Within the intricate realm of family dynamics, you may find yourself entangled in a toxic environment due to narcissistic family members. Despite the harmful effects, you may struggle to sever ties completely. In this article, we will delve…

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Personal Growth | Empaths | Healing and Recovery

The Paradox of Social Media: The 3-fold Impact on Isolation, Loneliness, and Comparison in the Digital Age
ByLynn Nichols June 3, 2023May 14, 2025

The Paradox of Social Media: The 3-fold Impact on Isolation, Loneliness, and Comparison in the Digital Age Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter In this modern digital era, social media platforms were introduced with the promise of connecting people across the globe. However, beneath the surface, these platforms have brought unintended consequences, fueling feelings of isolation, increasing…

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Healing and Recovery | Grief and Loss | Personal Growth

The Silent Epidemic: Addressing the Mental Health Crisis in the USA – 5 Contributing Factors
ByLynn Nichols June 3, 2023August 6, 2023

The Silent Epidemic: Addressing the Mental Health Crisis in the USA – 5 Contributing Factors Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter The Crisis No One Wants to Talk About When the word, crisis, is mentioned, it seemingly has a way of making people walk in the other direction. Why? Is it a problem that is too big,…

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Empaths | Personal Growth | Start a Website | Start Your Blog | Uncategorized

Visual Storyteller: From Struggles to Creative Flow – Strengthen Your Voice Through Video with These 4 Features
ByLynn Nichols June 2, 2023August 6, 2023

Visual Storyteller: From Struggles to Creative Flow – Strengthen Your Voice Through Video with These 4 Features This post contains affiliate links, that if purchased, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. We appreciate your support. Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Lights, camera, action! In today’s digital age, storytelling has taken on…

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Dating | Empaths | Personal Growth | Scapegoat | Spouse/Partner | Tactics and Red Flags

Decoding Breadcrumbing in Modern Dating: 8 Clear Examples and Insights
ByLynn Nichols May 31, 2023May 14, 2025

Decoding Breadcrumbing in Modern Dating: 8 Clear Examples and Insights Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Is the Cat out of the Bag? In the ever-evolving landscape of modern dating, breadcrumbing has become a perplexing phenomenon that can leave one feeling emotionally drained and confused. Breadcrumbing refers to the act of giving someone just enough attention or…

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Dating | Empaths | Personal Growth | Scapegoat | Spouse/Partner | Tactics and Red Flags

Breadcrumbing: The New Term in Dating and 3 Reasons Why You Need to Be Aware of this Insidious Tactic
ByLynn Nichols May 31, 2023May 14, 2025

Breadcrumbing: The New Term in Dating and 3 Reasons Why You Need to Be Aware of this Insidious Tactic Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter In the digital age, dating has become an intricate dance of connections, often leading to unexpected twists and turns. One such phenomenon that has emerged is breadcrumbing. No, this has nothing to…

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Empaths | Healing and Recovery | Personal Growth | Scapegoat | Spouse/Partner | Tactics and Red Flags

You Must Comply: Pulling Back the 4 Layers to See The Dark Side of Societal Grooming
ByLynn Nichols May 29, 2023August 15, 2023

You Must Comply: Pulling Back the 4 Layers to See The Dark Side of Societal Grooming Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Medium In the intricate web of society, there lies a hidden force that shapes our behavior and molds us into compliant beings. Compliance, on the surface, seems harmless and necessary for maintaining order. However, beneath…

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Personal Growth | Empaths | Healing and Recovery | Scapegoat

Earthing: Reconnect with Nature: 5 Key Insights on How Grounding Can Improve Mental Health
ByLynn Nichols May 29, 2023May 14, 2025

The Healing Power of Grounding: 5 Insightful Ways Connecting with Nature Can Lay the Groundwork for Improved Mental Health Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Is Earthing and Grounding the Same? Our site contains affiliate links for products and services we recommend. We may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate,…

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Healing and Recovery | Empaths | Personal Growth | Scapegoat

5 Powerful Ways Grounding Can Aid Recovery from a Relationship with a Narcissist
ByLynn Nichols May 29, 2023May 14, 2025

5 Powerful Ways Grounding Can Aid Recovery from a Relationship with a Narcissist Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Breaking free from a toxic relationship with a narcissist can be an arduous journey filled with emotional turmoil. However, one highly effective strategy that can assist in this process is grounding. Grounding techniques can help survivors of narcissistic…

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Personal Growth | Empaths | Healing and Recovery | Scapegoat | Tactics and Red Flags

Redefining Self-Esteem: 8 Startling Reasons Why We Have Been Lied To
ByLynn Nichols May 24, 2023August 6, 2023

ReDefining Self-Esteem: 8 Startling Reasons Why We Have Been Lied To Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Question Everything. In a world that thrives on conformity and societal norms, it’s no surprise that the concept of low self-esteem has been distorted and misused. We’ve been conditioned to believe that not fitting into predefined molds automatically equates to…

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Healing and Recovery | Empaths | Golden Child | Personal Growth | Scapegoat

The Reemergence of Coloring as an Adult: 4 Incredible Reasons Why It’s Making a Comeback for Survivors of Narcissistic Abuse
ByLynn Nichols May 24, 2023August 6, 2023

The Reemergence of Coloring as an Adult: 4 Incredible Reasons Why It’s Making a ComebacK Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Can Coloring as and Adult Help to Unlock Creativity after Narcissistic Abuse? Can it Aid in the Healing Journey? This post contains affiliate links for products and services we recommend. We may receive a commission at…

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Personal Growth | Empaths | Healing and Recovery | No Contact | Scapegoat | Spouse/Partner | Tactics and Red Flags

Understanding the Link Between Hyper-Vigilance and Narcissistic Abuse Trauma: 3 Things You Need To Know Today
ByLynn Nichols May 23, 2023October 11, 2024

Understanding the Link between Hyper-Vigilance and Narcissistic Abuse Trauma: 3 Things You Need to Know Today Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Medium Hyper-vigilance, a state of heightened alertness and constant scanning of the environment, can be a significant consequence of narcissistic abuse trauma. This article aims to shed light on the concept of hyper-vigilance, explore its…

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Golden Child | Empaths | Healing and Recovery | Personal Growth | Scapegoat | Tactics and Red Flags

The War for Validation: 3 Reasons Why the Scapegoat and Golden Child Have Relational Turmoil
ByLynn Nichols May 21, 2023May 14, 2025

The War for Validation: 3 Reasons Why the Scapegoat and Golden Child Have Relational Turmoil Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Medium The following is the content from the podcast episode Disrespect: Why the Golden Child Disrespects the Scapegoat. Table of Contents Listen Here! Introduction Today we are going to be discussing why disrespect is the method…

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Spouse/Partner | Dating | Empaths | Exit Plan | Healing and Recovery | No Contact | Personal Growth | Tactics and Red Flags

The Complexity of Exiting Narcissistic Relationships: Unveiling 5 Reasons Abused Individuals Struggle to Escape
ByLynn Nichols May 20, 2023May 29, 2023

The Complexity of Exiting Narcissistic Relationships: DiSCUSSING 5 Reasons Abused Individuals Struggle to Escape Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Narcissistic relationships can be incredibly challenging to leave, often trapping the abused individuals in a cycle of emotional manipulation and control. In this article, we will delve into the intricate dynamics that make it difficult for victims…

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Personal Growth | Dating | Healing and Recovery | Spouse/Partner

Staying Single: 5 Reasons Why Women Prefer to Be Alone After a Relationship with a Narcissist
ByLynn Nichols May 20, 2023May 14, 2025

Staying Single: 5 Glorious Reasons Why Women Remain Single after Being in a Relationship with a Partner Who Displayed Narcissistic Tendencies Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Medium Being in a relationship with a partner who displays narcissistic tendencies can be an emotionally draining and challenging experience for anyone. And, having been through this myself, it’s an…

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Empaths | Healing and Recovery | No Contact | Personal Growth | Scapegoat | Spouse/Partner | Tactics and Red Flags

4 Reasons Why Victims of Narcissistic Abuse are Abused, Not Codependent
ByLynn Nichols May 18, 2023May 14, 2025

4 Reasons Why Victims of Narcissistic Ab&se are Abused, Not Codependent Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Narcissistic abuse is a devastating form of emotional and psychological manipulation that leaves victims feeling trapped, depleted and shattered. Contrary to popular belief, victims of narcissistic abuse are not merely codependent individuals seeking dysfunctional relationships. In this article, we will…

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