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So now that we know what triangulation is, let’s explore the psychology behind it. Some people use it to control others’ emotions. (Cough manipulators cough) use it like their own personal remote control for others’ emotions. Welcome to the stage, the Puppet Master. The Art of Triangulation, Manipulator-Style Manipulators don’t like straightforward conversations. Why? Because
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Let me take you back to January—a chilly month made even colder by the realization that my emotionally abusive husband wasn’t going to change. Not for me, not for himself, not for anyone. So, I finally called it. Marriage: over. Me: exhausted but determined. Him: apparently viewing “I’m done” as “please circle back and try
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Let’s talk about the hardest place to spot gaslighting: in the people we love. It’s one thing to recognize toxic behavior from a boss, an acquaintance, or a stranger online. But what happens when it comes from the person who says they love you? The person who holds your hand, shares your bed, and says
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Hi friend, and welcome to Day 7. If you’ve been following along this week, you’ve taken some powerful steps. You’ve reflected. You’ve named truths. You’ve started thinking about boundaries, trust, and healing. Today, we close this series with something deeply personal and incredibly important: Your voice. Not just your ability to speak—but your right to
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Hey there, beautiful human. Let’s talk about something that doesn’t get said enough after surviving verbal abuse:Trusting again can be terrifying.Not just trusting others, but trusting yourself. If you’ve ever asked: You’re not crazy. You’re not broken. You’re a survivor trying to navigate love, friendship, and connection while carrying scars most people don’t even realize
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Hey beautiful soul, welcome back. If you’ve ever been told to “get over it” or that “it’s just words,” I want you to know something: they were wrong. Words matter.Words shape us.Words can build us up—or break us down. And today, we’re going to talk about how verbal abuse can leave real, lasting impacts—not just
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Hey there, friend. Today, we’re starting a 7-day journey—one that’s all about healing, reclaiming your power, and finally putting words to what’s been weighing you down. And where better to begin than talking about verbal abuse—because let’s be honest, a lot of people still don’t understand what it actually looks like. So, let’s break it
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So, you’ve made it through the whirlwind. The charm, the chaos, the crash. Maybe you’ve left. Maybe you’re still untangling yourself emotionally or physically. Maybe you’re somewhere in between. No matter where you are on the path, one thing is true: healing after love bombing is a process. A messy, nonlinear, often exhausting one. But
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So here you are: you’ve identified the pattern, the red flags, the manipulation. You’ve named the love bombing for what it was. And yet…a part of you still misses them. Still wonders what if. Still hopes maybe they’ll change. If that’s you, please breathe in and hear this: You are not weak. You are not
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At first, it felt magical. The attention, the affection, the over-the-top sweetness. You were the center of someone’s universe, and it felt…amazing. But then, somewhere along the way, the vibe shifted. That same person who once flooded your inbox with “I miss you” texts now seems irritated when you need space. The sweet compliments now
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