121: Structural Undermining: How Laws & Customs Trap Scapegoats in Abuse
When society’s rules become weapons against your autonomy and recovery
Have you been in a relationship with a narcissist? In these articles, we share information that may help you to recover from a spouse or partner who exemplified narcissistic traits.
When society’s rules become weapons against your autonomy and recovery
This article explains emotional labor and why women disproportionately perform it, including the mental load in relationships and workplaces, research on gender inequality in care work, health impacts of invisible labor, and systemic solutions for redistributing emotional management responsibilities.
Recognizing Narcissistic Abuse Patterns at Scale | Why Recovery Requires Unlearning Cultural Conditioning | Emotional Labor, Boundaries, and Refusal Seeing the world differently? The following is a brief transcript of the episode from…
Triangulation: here’s what makes this particularly difficult for people who’ve experienced narcissistic abuse: You may have been conditioned to think this is just how relationships work. If you grew up in a family where people never talked directly to each other, where messages were always passed through third parties, where you were constantly hearing about what ‘other people’ thought – this might feel familiar. Not comfortable, but familiar.
Emotionally Absent Have you spent years feeling unseen in your relationship, wondering why someone who says they love you can’t seem to connect with you emotionally? In this episode, we explore the hidden…
Podcast Episode: The Awakening – When You Realize It’s Not Just Your Partner A journey from personal pain to systemic understanding Podcast: Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Podcast Host: Lynn Nichols Follow our work beyond the…
How Cultural Conditioning Suppresses Emotion, Undermines Intimacy, and Perpetuates Psychological Harm Alexithymia: Is this happening in your relationship? The following is a brief section of our transcript of our podcast episode – Narcissistic…
How Alanis Morissette Exposed What Women Really Experience with Men Sympathetic Character – Have you heard? In 1998, one song said what we were all thinking but afraid to say out loud I…
The Hidden Difference Between Supportive Partnership and Emotional Control When care becomes control? Follow our work beyond the podcast: We publish essays and insights on Medium through our Moving Forward with Hope publication, and you…
Uncovering the Hidden Code of Male Respect, Emotional Hierarchies, and Why Women Are Often Second in Line The following is from a recent episode of the podcast. The Silent Brotherhood Welcome back to…
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…
Why He Can’t Find the Dishwasher: 8+ How Patriarchy Fuels Men’s Resistance to Housework It’s Not About the Chores — It’s About Control, Conditioning, and the Quiet Power Struggle at Home Medium Resistance…
Did He Try to Sabotage You? 10 Ways He May Try to Thwart and Undermine Your Independence Podcast Facebook Youtube Instagram X-twitter Medium Sabotage – Did This Happen to You? Relationships—the place where…
Why Standing Up for Yourself Can Feel Wrong in Toxic Relationships: 3 Life Takeaways to Know Plus How Societal Gender Roles in a Patriarchal Culture impact women’s Self-Advocacy Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Medium…
17 Signs You May Be in a Toxic Dating Relationship Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Medium Toxic relationships are more common than many people realize. In the beginning, they may seem like any other…
7 Essential Ways to Break the Cycle of Narcissism and Codependency: Achieving a Positive Breakthrough Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Medium Breakthrough Narcissism and codependency often form a toxic and damaging cycle in relationships….
7 Crucial Legal and Emotional Strategies to Deal with a Narcissist in a Divorce Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Medium Narcissist in a Divorce Divorcing a narcissist presents unique challenges, both legally and emotionally….
How to Identify the Red Flags: 10 Signs of Narcissistic Personality Disorder Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Medium Identify the Red Flags Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) is a complex and often misunderstood psychological condition…
10 Effective Strategies for Setting Boundaries with a Narcissist Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Medium Setting Boundaries: Does it Work? Setting boundaries with a narcissist can be challenging, but it’s essential for maintaining your…
7 Crucial Facts About Why Narcissists Struggle with Empathy: The Science Behind Their Behavior Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Medium Why Do Narcissists Struggle with Empathy? Empathy, the ability to understand and share the…
7 Effective Ways to Protect Yourself from the Emotional Manipulation of Narcissism in Romantic Relationships Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Medium Is there Someone Who Is Emotionally Manipulating You? Narcissism in romantic relationships can…
7 Lies Narcissists Tell to Manipulate You: Don’t Fall for These Deceptions Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Medium Narcissists are master manipulators, often relying on a web of lies to control those around them….
5 Ways Covert Narcissists Manipulate: Surprising Tactics You Might Miss Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Medium Will the Magic Show ever end? Covert narcissists are masters of subtle manipulation, often flying under the radar…
False Humility: 7 Signs You’re Dealing with a Covert Narcissist: Subtle Traits to Watch Out For Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Medium Dealing with a Narcissist? When most people think of a narcissist, they…
Covert Narcissism vs. Overt Narcissism: 7 Key Differences and How to Recognize Them Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Medium Covert or Overt Narcissism Narcissism is a complex personality trait that manifests in different ways….