Narcissism & Codependency — Shame: Missing Puzzle Piece

Narcissism & Codependency — Shame: Missing Puzzle Piece

In my private practice, and mirrored in my life, because we seriously don’t end up in this work by accident, I’ve observed and experienced multiple, nuanced types of narcissistic behavior and attitudes. It seems that you can’t go anywhere these days without hearing...
Roles in Dysfunctional Family Systems Part II-Parentification

Roles in Dysfunctional Family Systems Part II-Parentification

For part one of this series see What are The Roles in Dysfunctional Families Systems? A Short Childhood Story My brother glanced at me as we “read” the emotional temperature of the room. What was tonight going to be like? My mother already had one of those frowns on...