One of the things I love about writing for Newsbreak, (a news aggregator app) is all the topic ideas I get from the comments men make. They never fail to show their male fragility, on …
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One of the things I love about writing for Newsbreak, (a news aggregator app) is all the topic ideas I get from the comments men make. They never fail to show their male fragility, on …
“Good Wife Syndrome” is when a woman feels pressured to meet unrealistic standards of being a perfect spouse, often at the detriment of taking care of her own needs. It’s rooted in societal and cultural …
If you’ve ever had the “lovely” experience of trying to protect yourself from an angry drunk, then you know how utterly unpleasant, chaotic, scary, and sometimes traumatic it can be. The ranting, the yelling, the …
When I read an article about empathic rupture by Dr Psych Mom, I was intrigued. I thought back in time during my life when I’ve experienced this from other people. Oddly, the first thought I …
“Crazy-making” is a form of emotional abuse where the abuser manipulates the victim’s perception of reality, making them doubt their own experiences, memories, and sanity. This tactic is often used to gain control and maintain …
Contempt in relationships manifests through behaviors that show a lack of respect and can severely damage the emotional and psychological well-being of the victim. When one partner frequently rolls their eyes, uses sarcasm, mocks, or …
Deciding to end a failing marriage is incredibly difficult, (even if your relationship totally sucks) especially when dealing with an emotionally immature, manipulative or coercive partner. You may be nervous, or even petrified, as to …
Why Are We Fantasizing About Living Alone While Married? Ah, fantasizing about living alone….I admit, I do it daily – even hourly at times. If you’re nodding along, already picturing your peaceful, clutter-free sanctuary, welcome …
“Walkaway Wife Syndrome” is a term often used to describe a situation where a wife decides to leave her marriage after feeling neglected and unheard for an extended period. She may have done it all …
In recent years, the term “walkaway wives” has gained prominence in discussions about marriage and divorce. These are women who, after careful consideration or “sudden” realization, decide to end their marriages. I put “sudden” in …