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The Memory Mansion is Empty: What 20 Years of Narcissistic Abuse Steals

May 7, 2025

abuse, Anxiety, Childhood Trauma, Dating, Family, Friends, grief, Healthy Boundaries, Joy, Letting Go, loneliness, Marriage & Divorce, Mental Health, mindfulness, regret, Relationship Styles And Behaviour, relationships, Release, Self Healing, Struggling, Therapy, Unsettled

abuse, anger, change, childhood, courage, detachment, evolution, fear, grief, healing, hurt, inspiration, loneliness, loss, love addiction, marriage, memories, past, patterns, reclaiming, recovery, self help, self image, self talk, self worth, separation, stress, The Vow, vulnerability

The author explores a technique called Memory Mansion, designed to enhance mental health by associating positive memories with imagined or real rooms. However, they struggle to recall purely happy memories, revealing feelings of anxiety and sadness. They express a desire for “unadulterated joy” and hope that by addressing past traumas, they can create space for…
Confronting Betrayal: Breaking Free from Toxic Relationships

May 5, 2025

abuse, Addiction, anger, Anxiety, calm, Family, grief, Healthy Boundaries, Letting Go, Marriage & Divorce, Mental Health, mindfulness, regret, Relationship Styles And Behaviour, relationships, Release, Self Healing, Therapy

abuse, anger, betrayal, boundaries, change, cleanse, conquering, control, detachment, divorce, evolution, healing, hurt, love addiction, pain, past, patterns, peace, reality, recovery, self image, self worth, strength, The Vow, withdrawal

The author reflects on a painful incident involving EH and his family, where a misunderstanding led to feelings of betrayal. EH wrongly attributes drama at the hospital to the author, not recognizing their supportive role during Grace’s illness. Despite the pain caused, the author finds strength in self-acceptance, realizing the importance of surrounding themselves with…
Letting Go: My Wedding Ring Removal Journey

Apr 23, 2025

abuse, Addiction, Anxiety, Healthy Boundaries, Letting Go, loneliness, Marriage & Divorce, Mental Health, Physical Health And Appearance, Physical Stress Responses, regret, Relationship Styles And Behaviour, relationships, Release, Self Healing, Therapy, Unsettled

abuse, control, courage, crying, detachment, divorce, evolution, healing, hurt, loss, marriage, pain, past, recovery, Release, removal, rings, self worth, separation, The Vow, truth, withdrawal

The author has taken off her wedding ring, symbolizing the end of her marriage. She acknowledges the physical and emotional pain, but is determined to let go of the unhealthy relationship and move forward. Despite some lingering emotions, she feels a sense of liberation.