by Sondra Haley | Feb 26, 2025 | Boundaries, Gaslighting, Manipulation, Relationships
***the image of this article is symbolic in that it is a heart made of beautiful red roses gradually transforming into dark, thorny vines. It captures the contrast between romantic illusion and hidden entrapment. Love should feel like a slow-burning fire—steady, warm,...
by Sondra Haley | Feb 17, 2025 | Assertiveness, Boundaries, Gaslighting, Manipulation, Relationships, Self-Esteem
Gaslighting is a form of psychological manipulation that can leave victims feeling confused, doubting their own reality, and struggling with self-esteem. When someone—especially a parent, partner, or authority figure—repeatedly denies your experiences, rewrites...
