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The Bait & The Mask: When Covert Narcissists Pop Back into Your Life
One of my clients, “Jake,” gave me permission to share his story in the hopes of helping others. He grew up under the shadow of a covert narcissistic mother.
Lynn Catalano
Jul 204 min read


Toxic Attraction Like Moths to a Flame: Empaths & Narcissists
Narcissists and empaths form a toxic, yet magnetic attraction because their psychological needs are in conflict. Lynn Catalano, author, attorney & Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Coach explores the disparity between empaths and narcissists and why they are toxicly attracted to each other.
Lynn Catalano
Apr 275 min read


Easter, Ruined
If you’ve experienced the chaos, the circus, and the conflict, you know how narcissists ruin and wreck every holiday, special occasion, family gathering. This week I’m sharing a letter I received from someone who’s had their holidays ruined by a narcissist. I know so many of you have had similar experiences, me included.
Lynn Catalano
Apr 134 min read


Toxic People Want to Isolate You From Everyone You Love
One of the most common tactics used by narcissists to control and isolate their victims is self-isolation. Lynn Catalano, author, attorney &
Lynn Catalano
Apr 67 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


What 4 Words Will You Never Hear From a Narcissistic Parent?
People who suffer from NPD (narcissistic personality disorder) withhold affection, communication, finances, etc. They are emotionally handic

Lynn Catalano
Mar 24 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


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


Gifts Gone Wrong: Why Narcissists Give Terrible Presents
Narcissists give terrible gifts. Find out why from Lynn Catalano, survivor, author, attorney & Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Coach while she s

Lynn Catalano
Dec 29, 20245 min read


GASLIGHTING
Narcissists use gaslighting to make you think you're crazy. Lynn Catalano is a narcissistic abuse coach & author of "Wrecking Ball Relation
Lynn Catalano
Jul 31, 20222 min read
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