Bitterness fades gradually once we understand what exactly is important in life. This understanding of our values leads to finding out who we are, and with that awareness comes the softening of resentment and anger. Why We Feel Bitter People often ask at social gatherings, “What do you do? It …
Family expectations can subtly mold who we are quite often without our even being aware of it. Behind the comfort, love, and warmth of family bonding, there may also be an unspoken expectation to fulfill some ideals, traditions, or images. These unstated family norms or “family scripts” can influence our …
Raising kids with narcissistic parents has a lasting impact on children’s emotional lives, often extending far beyond childhood. Any child should be loved, validated, and able to become the person they are meant to be. But when a parent is self-centered, controlling, or emotionally immature, these core needs get pushed …