No winning! The narcissist or borderline always wins because they control the rules in their relationships. And the rules are one-sided and self-serving. You will always lose if you play by their rules. Insist that they respect your boundaries and hold yourself and themselves accountable. That’s how you win. It will also likely end the […]
Video: Love Bombing, Brainwashing, Trauma Bonds, Narcissists and Borderlines, Part 1
Abusers employ tactics similar to the brainwashing techniques used by cults. The goal is to weaken you in order to more easily manipulate and control their targets. This video discusses the stages of how narcissists, borderlines and other characterologically disturbed individuals break down your identity. As your sense of self weakens and you’re manipulated into […]
That’s Not Normal: You Seek Love and Rationality from People Who Are Capable of Neither
This is the trauma bond in action. You pursue people who reject you and try to love, “rescue” and prove your worth to people who are characterologically disturbed. Just stop. Participate in the Facebook discussion here. Counseling, Consulting and Coaching with Dr. Tara J. Palmatier, PsyD Dr. Tara J. Palmatier, PsyD helps individuals work through […]
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