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WHEN TODAY IS YESTERDAY (PTSD)

WHEN TODAY IS YESTERDAY (PTSD)

Time marches on— 
Measured, predictable,
Unyielding.
Tomorrow arrives without pause.
Yet, in a blink,
Today collapses into yesterday.

THE 17 TACTICS NARCISSISTS USE TO SABOTAGE BREAKUPS

When ending a relationship with a pathological narcissist, it is crucial for the person starting the process to be prepared for a decisively direct, passive, or passive-aggressive counter-reaction. Individuals diagnosed with narcissistic, borderline, or antisocial personality disorders frequently resort to extreme measures of coercion and harm to prevent a separation and the subsequent termination of the relationship. Understanding the seventeen tactics narcissists used to sabotage breakups can help survivors escape toxic relationships and minimize the damage inflicted by their ex-partners.

 
Emotional Incest: A Child’s Silent Struggle

Emotional Incest: A Child’s Silent Struggle

Emotional Incest: A Child’s Silent Struggle Ross Rosenberg, M. Ed., LCPC, CADC Sexual incest, a horrific act of exploitation, occurs when a pathologically broken individual uses manipulation and gaslighting to...

The Self-Love Recovery Model

The Self-Love Recovery Model

Rosenberg’s Self-Love Recovery Model provides a structured roadmap for individuals seeking to heal from the wounds of toxic relationships. It focuses on rebuilding self-worth, developing emotional independence, and creating a...

Understanding Depression: An Overview

Today’s article marks a departure from my usual content. Typically, I dive into topics from my books, The Human Magnet Syndrome or The Codependency Revolution, or discuss my Self-Love Recovery treatment...

It's never too late to be the person you should have been

It Is Never Too Late To Be The Person You Should Have Been

Written by Ross Rosenberg, M.Ed., LCPC, CADCSelf-Love Recovery Institute – President/CEOPsychotherapist, Educator, Author, Expert Witness Go to the mirror now. Look courageously deep within yourself.There's a little you, the child you used to...

Seeing and Understanding the Invisible: Codependency

Seeing and Understanding the Invisible: Codependency "Telescope"

Written by Ross Rosenberg, M.Ed., CADC.Self-Love Recovery Institute – President/CEOPsychotherapist, Educator, Author, Expert Witness With each major advancement in telescope technology, humankind’s vision and subsequent understanding of our universe has become progressively more...

The Observe Don't Absorb Technique© (ODA)

The Observe Don't Absorb Technique© (ODA)

The Observe Don’t Absorb Technique (ODA) provides a potent defense strategy for victims of chronic Narcissistic Abuse. Such victims often suffer from Self-Love Deficit Disorder (codependency).” These self-love deficient individuals (SLDs) are systematically manipulated by one or more supposedly loving Pathologically Narcissists, who, over time, surgically removed their ability to protect themselves and to flee from the harm inflicted upon them.
setting boundaries with narcissists

Setting Boundaries with Narcissists

Boundaries don’t work with narcissists. It is critical to fully understand this simple truth. As you begin to accept this, you can begin the treatment for your codependency (Self-Love Deficit Disorder) and learn to protect yourself.

Codependent Relationships: Understanding the Dynamics

If you've ever found yourself Googling "codependent meaning" you're probably also asking yourself questions like "what causes codependency?", "am I in a codependent relationship?", "What are some signs and symptoms of being...

Codependency Cure: Break Free from Toxic Relationships

Embarking on a journey towards healthier relationships can be truly transformative. Emotional reliance on others is a common issue that hinders personal healing and growth. Dr. Rosenberg and the Self-Love...

Codependency: Signs of a Toxic Attachment

In many relationships, people unknowingly fall into patterns that create unhealthy attachments. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for maintaining mental health. At its core, this issue involves an excessive emotional...

What Makes A Narcissist Tick: a Song

Covert narcissists pose a greater danger compared to sociopaths due to their heightened ability to fabricate a convincing false identity. Because they genuinely enjoy playing the role of a "good"...

THE OLD OAK TREE

THE OLD OAK TREE

THE OLD OAK TREE    The old oak tree stands tall but crooked. It’s cracked, coarse, creviced surface. reflects the assault of never-ending seasons   The rain, heat, and snow...

Ross Rosenberg's Articles

Gaslighting is Everywhere: A Deep Dive Into the Subject     Self-Love Recovery Institute/Ross Rosenberg's Blog   Excerpts from Upcoming Book: The Codependency Revolution   Explaining Why Opposites Attract (The...