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They Do Wrong, You Get Blamed

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They do wrong, you get blamed
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Being in a relationship where you are constantly defending yourself against accusations that don’t make sense is exhausting. It creates a reality where you feel like you are walking on eggshells, trying to avoid a landmine that you didn’t even know was there.

When you are blamed for things that are clearly not your fault, it can make you question your own sanity and your own memory.

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Filed Under: Conflict, Emotional Abuse, Manipulation, Personal Boundaries, Relationships, Self-Worth, Toxic Behavior Tagged With: He says my talking caused him to hurt me, I am tired of being the only one trying to fix this, I feel like I am always the one at fault, My partner blames me for things I did not do

Constantly accused for things you didn’t do

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Constantly accused for things you didn't do
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Constantly accused for things you didn't do

Ever feel like you’re the one always under fire, the scapegoat for every misstep?

When you are under constant accusation for things you didn’t do (but are being convinced you did), it’s time to learn the truth about what’s really happening here.

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Filed Under: Emotional Abuse, Emotional Healing, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Boundaries, Relationships, Self-Worth Tagged With: I am always apologizing even when I did nothing wrong, I feel like everything I do is wrong in this relationship, My partner accuses me of things I did not do, They say I am a liar but I am not

It’s in some people’s nature to bring you down and drain your energy

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It's in some people's nature to bring you down and drain your energy
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It's in some people's nature to bring you down and drain your energy

If someone’s passive-aggressive remarks are making you question your own self-worth, how can you take back control? There are ways to handle toxic interactions and keep your power.

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Filed Under: Emotional Abuse, Emotional Intelligence, Manipulation, Personal Boundaries, Self-Esteem, Self-Worth, Toxic People Tagged With: I feel like I have to explain myself to certain people all the time, I walk away from conversations feeling powerless and small, Some people always make me feel drained after talking to them, Someone keeps asking me questions that make me feel bad about myself

How many strikes do you give someone before they’re out?

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How many strikes do you give someone before they’re out?
How many strikes do you give someone before they’re out?
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How many strikes do you give someone before they’re out?
April 16, 2023
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How many chances does someone deserve before you’ve had enough? At what point do you accept that things will never, ever change?

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Filed Under: Divorce, Emotional Abuse, Marriage, Personal Boundaries, Relationships Tagged With: I can’t handle the emotional ups and downs anymore, I’m stuck in a cycle of hurt and hope, My partner says everything is fine but it’s not, My relationship doesn’t feel loving

When it’s always your fault

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When it’s always your fault
When it’s always your fault
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When it’s always your fault
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If you find yourself constantly being blamed for everything going wrong, it’s time to question whether you’re being manipulated into believing what may be a deflection. In this episode, I tackle the sometimes tricky dynamics of responsibility and blame.

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Filed Under: Dysfunction, Emotional Abuse, Lying, Manipulation, Personal Boundaries, Relationships, Self-Worth Tagged With: I can’t stop feeling guilty even when I haven’t done anything wrong, I feel like everything is my fault in this relationship, I try to fix things but nothing ever changes, My partner blames me for everything and I don’t know why

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