“When you leave, he’ll invent stories about you.” The narcissist in my life started inventing those stories long before I left. He couldn’t take the blame for anything, so logically, everything was my fault. As much as I like to think that I’m out from underneath the abuse, I stillContinue Reading
His spit hit her cheek as he breathed, “You’re fat. Worthless. I don’t know why I keep you around.” She cringed internally as the last pieces of her self-esteem shattered. The wounds would never fully heal; even after they found his body. Want Live By Surprise in your inbox? ClickContinue Reading
My girlfriend is in an abusive relationship. I’ve tried talking to her. Admittedly, I haven’t been very supportive. I’ve seen evidence of the abuse she takes from him. There are photographs of her bruised and scratched face after a particularly difficult day with him. But she won’t seek help. SheContinue Reading
