Dating and relationships can be a real battlefield. Sifting through the pile of trash to find the hidden treasure, so to speak, is by no means an easy feat! It can sometimes feel near impossible. After so many bad experiences, it can be difficult to accept the love of a good man. Being treated well…
Growing up I always knew something was not quite right with me. I just couldn’t work out what exactly was going on. I put most of my issues down to trauma, not realising there was so much more to it. My life was a chaotic mess. Filled with endless drama, stress and failure. I had…
Narcissists can be incredibly addictive and all-consuming. They seem to know exactly what you need and the bond between a narcissist and their victim is very real. You may feel like you cannot survive without them. You crave their love and attention, and feel utterly lost without it. In this article, I will explain why…
ADHD and perfectionism often go hand in hand. Adults with ADHD have a deep-rooted fear of failure and rejection. We have spent our lives being told that we are “disorganised” and “lacking attention to detail” and being shamed for making mistakes. Our experiences have left us with an ingrained mindset and complete belief, that we…
Can you spot the signs of a narcissistic boss? Unfortunately, many narcissists are drawn to jobs where they have power over others. They love to be in high-level management roles, as it gives them ample amounts of narcissistic supply and makes them feel all-important. In this article, I will be focusing on the boss that…
Do you have a friend that is manipulative? Are they always criticising and judging you? Does something in your gut tell you, that they don’t have your best interests at heart? In this post, I discuss the classic traits and warning signs, to help you determine if your friend is a narcissist! Signs Your Friend…
Narcissists seem to be everywhere – in the media, the workplace and they even lurk amongst your friends and family. So, how do you know if you are dating a narcissist? Narcissists will use a variety of manipulation tactics when they are interested in someone romantically. Their goal is to secure their supply (you) and…
When I lost my dog in November 2018, my world was forever changed. Everything felt so different. I honestly didn’t know who I was anymore, or what my purpose was. His death was totally unexpected and I was absolutely not prepared for the gut-wrenching pain that I was about to endure. I only had ten…
The ADHD inner monologue can be our worst enemy, our abuser and our worst critic. It is filled with negativity and invokes anxiety in us, and depressive thoughts. Our inner voice doesn’t know when to shut up. It is always there, yapping away, determined to steal all our focus and ruin our day. It’s like…
Workplace bullying can affect you in lots of different ways and the emotional devastation that it can cause, is all too real. It can leave you traumatised, lacking in confidence and doubting your self-worth. I know first-hand how much damage bullying can do. My first experience of being bullied was at school, by an older…