Are You Walking On Eggshells In Your Relationship?
“Walking on eggshells” is a term we often associate with physically abusive relationships. It’s the idea that you end up feeling like you have to “walk on eggshells” so you don’t *upset* the abuser – in this way, you’re trying to keep yourself safe. Walking on...
The Hidden Trauma Associated With A Neglectful Narcissist
When you’re being devalued by a neglectful narcissist, they put you down in subtle ways. Contemptuous comments. Avoiding compliments. Withholding affection. They act like you don’t exist. If you cry, they don’t console you or show emotion. If you talk to them,...
What Are Flying Monkeys And How Can They Harm You?
Walking away from or setting boundaries with toxic people is difficult enough on its own. But add in flying monkeys? And it can feel near impossible. You see, narcissists can only survive if people believe their lies and manipulations. That’s why they’re often very...
Toxic Relationships Damage More Than Your Heart
Toxic relationships are shrouded in a thick cloud of confusion, anxiety, and feelings of “not enough”. The narcissist’s consistent and insidious acts of belittling, criticizing, contempt, and mockery slowly erode your self-worth like a poisonous gas. And your...
How Narcissists Steal Your Voice
You know that feeling when you have something to say…but you’re not sure how to say it? It’s like you know boundaries need to be set…but you’re not sure how to set them. You have so much you need to express…but you can’t form it into words....
Chelsey Brooke Cole is a licensed psychotherapist, best-selling author, and speaker specializing in narcissistic abuse and complex trauma. Praised as "Enlightening and Empowering" Chelsey's bestselling book, If Only I'd Known! How to Outsmart Narcissists, Set Guilt-Free Boundaries, and Create Unshakeable Self-Worth is available wherever books are sold.