by Sherry Gaba | Jun 9, 2023 | Abuse, Trauma
Intergenerational trauma and narcissistic abuse are two complex and interconnected issues that can have a profound impact on individuals and families. Intergenerational trauma refers to the transmission of trauma from one generation to the next, often through patterns...
by Sherry Gaba | May 30, 2023 | Relationships, Trauma
Narcissists are often characterized as egotistical, self-centered, and manipulative individuals. However, it is important to understand that not all narcissists are inherently evil. While their behavior can be harmful to others, it is often rooted in deep-seated...
by Sherry Gaba | Jan 6, 2023 | Codependency, Relationships, Trauma
Entitlement is a term that is used frequently in many different areas. As a way of thinking, entitlement increases the belief that one individual is deserving of special treatment or privileges. This is not based on any specific criteria but rather the belief that you...
by Sherry Gaba | Nov 7, 2022 | Fear, Relationships, Trauma
Narcissists use various techniques to manipulate and control the people around them. Often these techniques start out as defense mechanisms for the child and then evolve into unhealthy, toxic, and even dangerous behavior as the child becomes an adult. A common...
by Sherry Gaba | Jul 16, 2022 | Abuse, Relationships, Therapy, Trauma
Toxic relationships create ripples throughout our mind and our body. In a toxic relationship, our mind reads cues and our body responds in ways that are effective coping mechanisms for that relationship. However, these responses to social cues are often not effective...
by Sherry Gaba | May 10, 2022 | Relationships, Trauma
People in relationships come to trust and believe in the other person in the relationship. Narcissists use this trust in a destructive way when they feel that the partner is doing anything that may potentially be harmful to them. However, given that the narcissist...
