There’s nothing wrong with caring for others or wanting to make other people happy. However, when you put other people above your own needs, it can quickly become a problem.

Growing up with a narcissistic parent can be incredibly challenging. You might strive to meet ever-shifting expectations, only to fall short repeatedly. Let’s take a look at some of the challenges you may be facing as an adult today and how to begin your path toward healing from childhood narcissistic abuse.

Life can be tricky sometimes. When you think you've got everything figured out, the universe throws you a curveball. When you're resilient, you survive tough times and thrive despite them.

For good reason, most people would associate abandonment issues with childhood. When a child faces neglect, loss of a parent, or inconsistent caregiving, all of these will have a clear effect. That said, it’s not as if such issues just vanish as a child grows into adulthood.