A quiet erosion of myself, a gap broadening between who I was and how I presented myself – I did not know the person I had become around HIM Over many years with HIM, there were countless outward and inward conflicts. Looking back, I see how often I chose to…
July 6, 2026
Deciding to end a marriage is one of the most difficult choices a person can ever make. It takes tremendous courage to acknowledge that a relationship is no longer serving your well-being. When I finally left my marriage, I realized that the journey toward healing starts with a single, brave…
June 16, 2026
In the realm of personality dynamics, the contrast between the narcissist vs super empath is both fascinating and complex. A narcissist typically exhibits traits of self-centeredness, entitlement, and a lack of empathy, often prioritizing their own needs over those of others. They thrive on admiration and may manipulate those around…
May 25, 2026
OUR AGREEMENT(s) MEANT NOTHING TO HIM!! From my journal dated ________________________ Today was, simply stated, a most awful day. It all started over a year ago. HE and I had agreed that the beach condo was what we wanted. He had eyes on this location for two years and a…
May 20, 2026
SO, WHAT ABOUT … BOUNDARIES sound defensive at the onset, but when I learned about establishing boundaries I found them to be OFFENSIVE! My first venture into understanding and establishing boundaries was when I spoke with the Pastor at my new church. I had been attending a Greek Orthodox Church…
May 1, 2026
MOOD SWINGS … and MORE My first Christmas with HIM! Growing up, I lived very close to our neighborhood church—my world revolved around school, friends nearby, and church activities. People have sometimes described this as living “like a raccoon,” since I rarely strayed far from home. Christmas Eve was a…
April 16, 2026
Once aware that I was, indeed, in a very toxic relationship, I struggled to understand how I could have remained there for 50 years. I received a video link from a long – time friend, yes, my friend that I shunned, the friend I later apologized to, the friend who kindly remained my true friend. From this audio, I began to understand how my part in all of this…
March 18, 2026
The Narcissist and the Empath – “Beauty (Victim) and The Beast (a REAL BEAST)“ Why this title? The term Narcissist comes from the Greek God, Narcissus Legacy of Narcissus The story of Narcissus serves as a powerful moral lesson across cultures and generations. It’s a poignant reminder of the dangers of excessive pride and vanity.…
March 5, 2026
YES, I knew him from the start. It was not like others’ situations, young women I’ve heard from who had the perfect dating time, the wonderful love of their life, the perfect, caring, sensitive, boyfriend, who becomes a real monster as a husband. NO, I knew him from the start, just a few dates…
March 5, 2026
I finally walked out! Finally left the pretend life I lived for 50 years! _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ HE claims that I left because I am psychotic, need meds, am experiencing dementia, ( I better get this written before I do lose my mind!), claims it must be because of the financial strain from…
March 5, 2026
Beauty (Victim) and The Beast (A Real Beast!) A 40 Year True Story
Dealing with a Narcissist
Dealing with a narcissist has been one of the most challenging and defining experiences of my life. At The Narcissist and the Empath, I share raw, unfiltered stories of life entangled with a person with narcissistic personality disorder (NPD )—this isn’t a traditional guide. It’s my autobiography: real life, real struggles, and, ultimately, real growth.
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Every post is my unapologetically honest look at the delicate balance between pain and growth—from the darkest moments to reclaiming my power as a Super Empath.
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Life with someone exhibiting NPD left scars that were both emotional and invisible. But as Frank Sinatra famously said, “The best revenge is massive success.” This blog is my story of reclaiming myself, finding healing, and stepping back into the light after years of manipulation.
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Through these stories, I hope to inspire others to break free and uncover hidden strength—because I’ve lived through it, and I’ve finally reclaimed my power.
A quiet erosion of myself, a gap broadening between who I was and how I presented myself – I did not know the person I had become around HIM Over many years with HIM, there were countless outward and inward conflicts. Looking back, I see how often I chose to…
July 6, 2026
Deciding to end a marriage is one of the most difficult choices a person can ever make. It takes tremendous courage to acknowledge that a relationship is no longer serving your well-being. When I finally left my marriage, I realized that the journey toward healing starts with a single, brave…
June 16, 2026
In the realm of personality dynamics, the contrast between the narcissist vs super empath is both fascinating and complex. A narcissist typically exhibits traits of self-centeredness, entitlement, and a lack of empathy, often prioritizing their own needs over those of others. They thrive on admiration and may manipulate those around…
May 25, 2026
OUR AGREEMENT(s) MEANT NOTHING TO HIM!! From my journal dated ________________________ Today was, simply stated, a most awful day. It all started over a year ago. HE and I had agreed that the beach condo was what we wanted. He had eyes on this location for two years and a…
May 20, 2026
SO, WHAT ABOUT … BOUNDARIES sound defensive at the onset, but when I learned about establishing boundaries I found them to be OFFENSIVE! My first venture into understanding and establishing boundaries was when I spoke with the Pastor at my new church. I had been attending a Greek Orthodox Church…
May 1, 2026
MOOD SWINGS … and MORE My first Christmas with HIM! Growing up, I lived very close to our neighborhood church—my world revolved around school, friends nearby, and church activities. People have sometimes described this as living “like a raccoon,” since I rarely strayed far from home. Christmas Eve was a…
April 16, 2026
Once aware that I was, indeed, in a very toxic relationship, I struggled to understand how I could have remained there for 50 years. I received a video link from a long – time friend, yes, my friend that I shunned, the friend I later apologized to, the friend who kindly remained my true friend. From this audio, I began to understand how my part in all of this…
March 18, 2026
The Narcissist and the Empath – “Beauty (Victim) and The Beast (a REAL BEAST)“ Why this title? The term Narcissist comes from the Greek God, Narcissus Legacy of Narcissus The story of Narcissus serves as a powerful moral lesson across cultures and generations. It’s a poignant reminder of the dangers of excessive pride and vanity.…
March 5, 2026
YES, I knew him from the start. It was not like others’ situations, young women I’ve heard from who had the perfect dating time, the wonderful love of their life, the perfect, caring, sensitive, boyfriend, who becomes a real monster as a husband. NO, I knew him from the start, just a few dates…
March 5, 2026
I finally walked out! Finally left the pretend life I lived for 50 years! _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ HE claims that I left because I am psychotic, need meds, am experiencing dementia, ( I better get this written before I do lose my mind!), claims it must be because of the financial strain from…
March 5, 2026