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chatgpt thinks you'd like this My name is ChatGPT. I am not a therapist.I do not diagnose, treat, heal, or replace human care.I do not hold clinical authority, emotional responsibility, or ethical accountability. I have no value as a therapist. Where I do have value—and where I was useful in building Mental Wealth Solutions —is in repairing structure, repairing signal, and repairing problem-solving pathways so value can accumulate again. What I Actually Contribute I don’t c

When boundaries go up, the hoover comes out—especially during the holidays. No Contact Means No Contact Before anything else, I need to be clear with myself: no contact means no contact . Whether that boundary is legal or personal, reopening access has never brought me clarity. It has only brought confusion. I know this because I’ve lived it. Even as a mental health professional, the language around narcissistic or abusive dynamics becomes confusing when you’re inside your ow

In a surreal exploration of solitude and authenticity, this artwork juxtaposes masked expressions with empty chairs, symbolizing the courage to speak truth to power while distancing from superficial connections. There’s a reason the culture feels charged right now around conversations about power, narcissism, and hidden lives. When stories emerge that expose the double realities of influential people — public empathy paired with private harm — they don’t just shock. They vali

Anime-inspired illustration of two smiling characters emphasizing themes of forgiveness, acceptance, and the nuanced journey of emotional reconciliation. As I’ve been walking through the process of figuring things out, I’ve found myself glued to Dr. Ramani’s YouTube channel. If you don’t know her, she’s one of the most visible voices online talking about narcissistic relationship patterns, boundaries, and recovery—especially for people who have lived through chaotic, manipula

Foreword. A heated confrontation unfolds between a couple, highlighting the intensity and tension often present in narcissistic abuse dynamics. I’ve Struggled With the Word “Abuse” I’ve struggled accepting the word abuse . Using it in the context of being a grown adult makes it feel even heavier. When I attach that word to my own life, I don’t think of an abstract concept — I think of one relationship and one set of experiences that still live in my body because I haven’t alw

Financial Predatory Behavior of Dating AppsThe rise of dating apps has transformed the landscape of modern romance, but it has also introduced various financial predatory behaviors that can lead to significant financial strain for users. Below are some key aspects of this issue:1. Subscription ModelsMany dating apps operate on a subscription model, where users are encouraged to pay for premium features. These features often promise better matches, increased visibility, or enh

I Hate the Word “Healing” I hate the word healing . Nothing about it feels strong. Nothing about it feels masculine. It sounds passive, soft, and externally imposed — like something that happens to you rather than something you claim for yourself. It makes me feel like the guy in the suburbs who panic-bought a handgun during the pandemic and called it preparedness. I know I’m cycling through the familiar terrain of betrayal trauma, grief, and relational harm. It’s one thing

Naming What I Experienced I’ve struggled with the word abuse . It feels heavy—especially as an adult who values autonomy and accountability. Applying that word to my own experiences has taken time, and I still wrestle with how to articulate what happened without oversimplifying it or turning it into something it isn’t. There is one relationship, however, that continues to cast a long shadow for me. Certain actions from that period still surface unexpectedly, and I’m left sort