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Amanda Robins
4 March 2020
Narcissism, NPD

I Had No Idea My Mother was a Narcissist Until It Was Too Late

Amanda Robins
4 March 2020
Narcissism, NPD
I Had No Idea My Mother was a Narcissist Until It Was Too Late

It can be challenging to unravel your history if you have been raised by a narcissistic mother. I have had my own healing journey as the daughter of a narcissist. Here is part of my story.

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Amanda Robins
28 February 2020
Narcissism, NPD

Stop! Not Everyone You Dislike is a Narcissist.

Amanda Robins
28 February 2020
Narcissism, NPD
Stop! Not Everyone You Dislike is a Narcissist.

So not everyone who is a pain in the arse is a narcissist - who knew? Here’s how to tell the difference between the ordinary annoying and the narcissist.

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Amanda Robins
28 December 2019
Narcissism, NPD

10 Signs Your Mother is a Narcissist

Amanda Robins
28 December 2019
Narcissism, NPD
                                            10 Signs Your Mother is a Narcissist

She’s just a little eccentric, right? Or maybe she’s “difficult”. But what if there’s something more going on?

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Amanda Robins
25 December 2019
Narcissism

Mothers from Hell

Amanda Robins
25 December 2019
Narcissism
Mothers from Hell

Just when you thought it was safe to watch again….cosy down and grab the popcorn as these mums strut their stuff and make you appreciate your own relatives….maybe.

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Amanda Robins
19 December 2019
Narcissism, NPD

Hardwired by Trauma

Amanda Robins
19 December 2019
Narcissism, NPD
Hardwired by Trauma

How do we know who we are when we have always been told who to be?Growing up with narcissists causes trauma, but it also means we lose contact with our authentic self.

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Amanda Robins
18 December 2019

A Dysfunctional Family Christmas

Amanda Robins
18 December 2019
A Dysfunctional Family Christmas

Yep, it’s that time of year again. Time to batten down the hatches, hunker down with some Christmas flavoured popcorn and watch reruns of our fave anti-Christmas movies.

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Amanda Robins
12 December 2019
Narcissism

Raised by Narcissists

Amanda Robins
12 December 2019
Narcissism
Raised by Narcissists

Growing up with narcissistic parents can cause permanent wounds in the growing child’s psyche. But there is hope and help for all us.

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Amanda Robins
28 November 2019
Narcissism, NPD

7 Stages of Recovery from Narcissistic Abuse

Amanda Robins
28 November 2019
Narcissism, NPD
7 Stages of Recovery from Narcissistic Abuse

It can be a long process. Recovery from narcissistic abuse can be like grieving for someone you loved who has died. In this post I outline the stages in the journey.

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Amanda Robins
1 September 2019
Narcissism, NPD

What is a collapsed narcissist?

Amanda Robins
1 September 2019
Narcissism, NPD
What is a collapsed narcissist?

We’ve all heard about larger than life grandiose narcissists, but what about covert narcissists? They are far less obvious, but just as damaging for those who are in a relationship with them.

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Amanda Robins
25 August 2019
attachment, Trauma

Why attachment Is the number one factor In your mental health

Amanda Robins
25 August 2019
attachment, Trauma
Why attachment Is the number one factor In your mental health

We’ve all heard of attachment. But what if I told you that it influences not just our relationships, but our personality and our self-esteem? in this post, I explain how.

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Amanda Robins
11 August 2019
Narcissism

In Bed with a Narcissist

Amanda Robins
11 August 2019
Narcissism
In Bed with a Narcissist

You went to bed with the perfect man and woke up with a narcissist. How to spot the dangers and extract yourself.

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Amanda Robins
5 August 2019
Narcissism, Trauma

Recovering From a Relationship With a Narcissist

Amanda Robins
5 August 2019
Narcissism, Trauma
Recovering From a Relationship With a Narcissist

Coming into the orbit of someone who is narcissistic can be exciting, confronting and dangerous. How can we recognise what is happening and why we are seduced?

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Amanda Robins
3 August 2019
Trauma

What is an Emotional Flashback?

Amanda Robins
3 August 2019
Trauma
What is an Emotional Flashback?

For people with Complex Trauma, emotional flashbacks can make everyday life a minefield. I explain what these distressing experiences are and how to stop them controlling your life.

Amanda Robins
31 July 2019
Trauma

Can Childhood Trauma be Cured?

Amanda Robins
31 July 2019
Trauma
Can Childhood Trauma be Cured?

Is there a cure for the problems we have as a result of our childhood experiences? I look for answers to help trauma sufferers.

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Amanda Robins
21 July 2019
Parenting adolescents, parenting

How do I know if my teenager needs counselling?

Amanda Robins
21 July 2019
Parenting adolescents, parenting
How do I know if my teenager needs counselling?

Teen angst or mental illness? How to tell the difference between normal mood swings and something more serious.

Tagged: youth mental health, teens, teenage years, mental health treatment, teen counselling, parenting teens, parents

Amanda Robins
17 July 2019
Art Therapy

Art and Me

Amanda Robins
17 July 2019
Art Therapy
Art and Me

What is the real point of art?

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Amanda Robins
30 June 2019
Teens

Growing Your Self-Esteem

Amanda Robins
30 June 2019
Teens
Growing Your Self-Esteem

Is low self-esteem holding you back? Psychotherapy can help uncover the reasons for your feelings of worthlessness and help you develop a better relationship with yourself.

Amanda Robins
24 June 2019
Research

Why Anger Management might be bad for all of us

Amanda Robins
24 June 2019
Research
Why Anger Management might be bad for all of us

According to a recent Lancet article, the branding of psychological therapies can prevent us from being able to share and benefit from the latest research.

Tagged: mental illness, mental health, treatment, mental health treatment, anger management, branding, psychological therapies, DBT, ACT

Amanda Robins
22 June 2019
Narcissism

Understanding your Narcissistic Parent

Amanda Robins
22 June 2019
Narcissism
Understanding your Narcissistic Parent

Growing up with narcissists is challenging, but how do you deal with your narcissistic parent as an adult without losing your patience or your sanity?

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Amanda Robins
21 June 2019
Trauma

What's the Difference Between PTSD and Complex PTSD?

Amanda Robins
21 June 2019
Trauma
What's the Difference Between PTSD and Complex PTSD?

Trauma is never simple, but just what are the differences between complex and single incident trauma?

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