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Narcissistic Abuse: Creating a Safety Plan, Leaving, and How to Cope

Have you ever had a boss or coworker who was arrogant, self-important, and inconsiderate of how others felt but always needed constant compliments? Or maybe you are or have been in a relationship with this person.You’ve probably heard these people called a narcissist or heard the term narcissistic abuse, especially concerning abuse in intimate partner relationships.I was a battered women’s advocate for 10 years. Though I’m no longer employed as one, I’ll always advocate for victims of abuse. Rec...

I’m a 43-year-old woman and I’m Suddenly Falling Apart — Is It Perimenopause?

When you hit 40 what was your first thought? I turned 43 last October and thought, “Here we go another birthday. I don’t feel that old, but I also don’t feel young anymore. What is this weird middle ground I’m stuck in? The Middle Ages? Does that mean the next step will be my Renaissance?”Turns out, the next stage I’m cruising headlong into is called PERIMENOPAUSE. And that bitch just showed up one day and she. won’t. leave.Okay, it’s more likely that I’ve been slowly sliding into this for a whi...