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The Secret Shame Narcissists Carry (and Why You Become the Target)
We often think of narcissists as brimming with confidence, obsessed with themselves, and utterly immune to insecurity.But here’s the truth: beneath that carefully constructed mask lies a deep well of shame.
And when that shame gets triggered, they’ll do almost anything to avoid feeling it — including blaming, projecting, and gaslighting you. Lynn Catalano explores why and what you can do.
Lynn Catalano
Aug 174 min read


Why You Keep Attracting Toxic People—And How to Stop
If you’ve been in toxic or narcissistic relationships—romantic, family, workplace—it’s likely your nervous system was trained to feel familiarity where there should have been safety. If you find comfort in their chaos, it's time to break these patterns.
Lynn Catalano
Jul 68 min read


Narcissistic Smear Campaigns: The 3 Moves That Saved Me (& the Journal That Can Save You)
Smear campaigns are a hallmark tactic of narcissistic abuse, designed to damage your reputation, isolate you from support, and undermine your credibility. As someone who has walked this path and now guides others as a narcissistic abuse expert and coach, I want to give you three essential strategies to navigate this storm with clarity, strength, and dignity. Let’s break the toxic cycle—together. Lynn Catalano, author, attorney & Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Coach shares what h
Lynn Catalano
May 184 min read


5 Things You Should Always Say “No" to When Dealing with a Narcissist
Narcissistic abuse is a cruel, manipulative, and draining experience. For those who have lived in a toxic relationship with a narcissist, br
Lynn Catalano
Mar 304 min read


What Trauma Bonds Do To You - Trauma Bonds Part 2
These bonds can have a profound impact on your mental, emotional, and even physical well-being. Lynn Catalano, attorney, author narcissistic
Lynn Catalano
Mar 234 min read


Trauma Bonds Explained: How They Form & What You Can Do
Have you found yourself stuck in a toxic relationship, you can’t break free, even when you know it’s hurting you? Lynn Catalano, attorney, a
Lynn Catalano
Mar 164 min read


Am I the Narcissist?
Have you been in a toxic relationship and blamed yourself?
Lynn Catalano
Mar 94 min read


Unpacking Reactive Abuse
Reactive abuse is another tool in the narcissist's toolbox. Lynn Catalano, attorney, author & Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Coach shares what

Lynn Catalano
Feb 234 min read


The #1 Question That Will Tell You if Your Relationship is Toxic
This one question will tell you if your relationship is toxic. Lynn Catalano, attorney, author & narcissistic abuse recovery coach shares th

Lynn Catalano
Feb 164 min read


5 Indications You May Have a Narcissistic Parent
What are the 5 indications you may have a narcissistic parent? Lynn Catalano, attorney, author & narcissistic abuse recovery coach shares th

Lynn Catalano
Feb 94 min read


Top 3 Signs of NPD (Narcissistic Personality Disorder)
Get the top 3 signs of narcissistic personality disorder here! Lynn Catalano, attorney, author, survivor & narcissistic abuse recovery coach

Lynn Catalano
Feb 24 min read


How to Recognize An Abusive Narcissist
Narcissistic abuse is subtle and insidious. Lynn Catalano, attorney, author & Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Coach examines what makes them abu

Lynn Catalano
Jan 263 min read


How to Recognize Gaslighting & What You Can Do
It's critical to recognize how gaslighting sounds. Lynn Catalano, author, attorney & Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Coach shares what you can d

Lynn Catalano
Jan 193 min read


What is GASLIGHTING?
Gaslighting is a manipulation tactic narcissist's use to punish their victims. Lynn Catalano, attorney, author, survivior & narcissistic abu

Lynn Catalano
Jan 124 min read


The Silent Saboteur: My Covert Narcissist Mother-in-Law's Playbook
Covert narcissists show their benchmark trait of passive-aggressive behavior. Lynn Catalano, attorney, author & Narcissistic Abuse Recovery

Lynn Catalano
Jan 55 min read
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