Archive - Valerie Sussman

Hoovering is the stage in the cycle of narcissistic abuse where the narcissists attempts to suck you back into the relationship once it appears you are…

Dec 25

Finding My Voice

A Dummy No More!

Dec 22

Narcissistic Supply

Narcissistic supply refers to the attention, admiration, or emotional responses that a narcissist seeks from others to validate and maintain their false…

Dec 18

With a Narcissist, What You See is Not What You'll Get!

Narcissists (particularly covert narcissists) are master manipulators who have perfected the art of showmanship—and gamesmanship.

Dec 15

When things go wrong in a narcissistic relationship, narcissists often engage in a smear campaign to damage their victim's reputation by spreading false…

Dec 11

The Power of Language

Why Having the Right Words is So Valuable for Survivors of Narcissistic Abuse

Dec 8

Bait and Switch

Bait and switch is a technique used by narcissists to lure you in and ensnare you with a picture-perfect vision of themselves and the relationship's…

Dec 4

The Narcissist and I Broke Up

So Why Can't I "Just Get Over It?"

Dec 1

November 2024

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