by Sherry Gaba | Aug 25, 2026 | Abuse, Codependency, Narcissism, Relationships
Most people have heard of narcissists and psychopaths, but a newer term has been gaining attention: the dark empath. While not an official mental health diagnosis, the concept describes someone who appears emotionally attuned to others but uses that understanding to...
by Sherry Gaba | Aug 11, 2026 | Codependency, Narcissism, Relationships
Few family dynamics are as painful and confusing as the relationship between a covert narcissistic mother and her adult child. Unlike the grandiose narcissist who is openly controlling, demanding, or attention-seeking, the covert narcissist often appears...
by Sherry Gaba | Jul 14, 2026 | Abuse, Narcissism, Relationships
Shame is one of the most powerful emotional levers a person can pull – and that’s exactly why it’s used in manipulation. When someone shames you, they’re not just expressing disappointment or hurt; they’re often trying to control your...
by Sherry Gaba | Jun 9, 2026 | Codependency, Narcissism, Obsessive Love, Relationships
Intelligent women often suffer more after a breakup – not because they are weaker, but because their minds are wired to go deeper, analyze more, and search relentlessly for meaning. After a relationship ends, the brain naturally tries to make sense of what...
by Sherry Gaba | Apr 28, 2026 | Abuse, Narcissism, Relationships, Trauma
After a toxic relationship ends, many people find themselves talking – sometimes a lot. They replay the story. They explain the gaslighting. They recount the moments that didn’t make sense. They may share details with friends, family, coworkers, dates, or...
by Sherry Gaba | Apr 21, 2026 | Narcissism, Relationships, Trauma
High-achieving women are often intelligent, capable, emotionally intuitive, and deeply responsible. They lead teams, raise families, build businesses, and hold entire systems together. On the outside, they look powerful. On the inside, many carry a quiet exhaustion...
