Growing up in a dysfunctional unit is one of the most confusing and overwhelming feelings for a child to deal with. As an adult, identifying the root of this element is a relief as well as a daunting disappointment. Narcissistic abuse is often overlooked as the cause of suffering for unsuspecting victims because of the covert, intentionally concealed nature of the mistreatment. Learning that one or both of our parents is a narcissist is our key to healing and moving past the damage done to us.

Black sheep hold the key to breaking the cycle as we are the strongest of the family members to resist the toxic dynamic. This is a personal account of the trials and tribulations experienced during this agonizing time intermingled with critical information to implement the knowledge necessary to break the cycle of generational abuse and to pursue living the incredible lives meant for us.