11 Signs of Growing Up in a Narcissistic Family Dynamic

A Conversation on Discernment, Forgiveness, Honour & Submission

Discernment isn’t always as simple as “knowing what’s right.”Often, it’s the process of untangling what you’ve been taught… from what is actually true.In this conversation with Dr. Chritin Fort, we explore discernment through both a theological and psychological lens.We discuss:– What discernment actually is and how to recognise God’s voice– How to understand your emotions (confusion, anxiety, anger) as signals—not problems– The difference between discernment and conditioning– How forgiveness, honour, and submission are often misunderstoodAnd then we go deeper.We apply these ideas to real-life situations—particularly within family dynamics and father-child relationships.– What does it mean to honour a parent who has hurt you?– How do you forgive without ignoring patterns of harm?– Where do boundaries fit within a Christian framework?This episode is for anyone trying to navigate relationships, healing, and faith—with clarity.Because discernment isn’t just about what you believe.It’s about learning how to see clearly.For more content and resources of faith, healing and identity join me on substack👉 https://substack.com/@belovedwithcherise#christianpodcast #discernment #faithandpsychology #healingjourney #fatherwounds #emotionalhealth #boundaries #forgiveness #selfawareness

Dealing with Toxic People Biblically

There are certain behaviours that are hard to explain, not because they’re subtle, but because they’re confusing. You can feel that something isn’t right, but without the language, it’s easy to question yourself instead of what you’re experiencing. In this episode, we step back from modern psychological terms and look at what the Bible already says about these patterns. 2 Timothy describes traits like pride, lack of empathy, manipulation, and self-centeredness — patterns that show up in real-life relationships, families, and environments. But how are we meant to respond? We also look at Gospel of Matthew 18, which outlines a process for handling conflict — one that includes accountability, but also recognises that not everyone is willing to change. This episode is about clarity, discernment, and learning how to respond when something doesn’t feel right. 📘 If you want to go deeper, join me on substack.👉 https://substack.com/@belovedwithcherise [https://substack.com/@belovedwithcherise] #faithandhealing #christianpodcast #discernment #emotionalhealth #healingjourney #toxicrelationships #selfawareness #boundaries #christianhealing Background video by Freepik

8 Ways Narcissistic Abuse Shows Up in Adulthood

If you’ve ever felt like you’re never quite enough… like you second-guess yourself, overthink everything, or struggle to set boundaries—this may be why. Growing up with a narcissistic parent doesn’t just affect your childhood. It shapes how you think, how you relate, and how you show up in adulthood. In this video, I walk through 8 common signs that often show up later in life, including: * chronic self-doubt * people-pleasing and weak boundaries * guilt for having needs * perfectionism and fear of failure * emotional dysregulation * attraction to unhealthy relationships These aren’t personality flaws. They are patterns that were learned in an environment where your needs, identity, and emotions were not fully seen or supported. If you recognize yourself in this, you are not alone—and you are not imagining it. This is about clarity. Which one stood out to you the most? For more content and resources join me on substack: https://cheriserochelle.substack.com/ [https://cheriserochelle.substack.com/] #narcissisticabuse #narcissisticparent #childhoodtrauma #healingjourney #selfawareness #peoplepleasing #boundaries #emotionalabuse #fatherwounds #traumahealing #mentalhealthawareness #toxicfamily #innerhealing

11 Signs of Growing Up in a Narcissistic Family Dynamic

If you grew up feeling like you had to walk on eggshells, constantly prove your worth, or question your own reality—this may explain why.In this video, we break down 11 signs of a narcissistic parent or family dynamic, including projection, conditional love, emotional manipulation, and identity erasure.If several of these resonate, you are not imagining it—and you are not alone.This is the first step: clarity.📘 To go deeper check out this guide called Identify the Battlefield(Module 1 in a 5-part system to recover from narcissistic abuse based on lived experience)It includes:all 11 signsa deeper breakdown of why you feel stuckand how these patterns affect your thinking, identity, and decisionsIf you want to go deeper and start making sense of your situation:👉 https://cheriserochelle.gumroad.com/l/bhlmodule1#narcissisticabuse #narcissisticabuserecovery #narcissisticparent #emotionalabuse #fatherwounds #healingjourney #selfawareness #toxicfamily #christianhealing

Beloved Season 2 Trailer

What if the patterns you’ve accepted… weren’t love— but something you learned to survive? This is Beloved. A space for healing, discernment, and truth. Beloved was never just about relationships. It’s for women who know something hasn’t felt right— even if they didn’t have the language for it. Women who have experienced: * confusion instead of clarity * intensity instead of safety * and dynamics that felt familiar… but left them questioning themselves In Season 2, we’re going deeper. This is no longer just about “love” in the abstract. We’re naming what many women have experienced but struggled to fully articulate: 👉 narcissistic family dynamics 👉 father wounds shaped by control, inconsistency, or emotional absence 👉 and how those patterns quietly carry into adult relationships Because the truth is— Many of the dynamics we call “chemistry”… are actually familiarity. And many of the relationships we’ve tried to make work… were never rooted in safety to begin with. This season, we’ll explore: * what narcissistic behavior actually looks like in families and relationships * how it shapes your sense of self, boundaries, and discernment * why you may feel drawn to certain dynamics—even when they hurt you * and what it actually takes to begin healing those patterns Not just emotionally— but spiritually. Because discernment is not just about who someone appears to be. It’s about what you’ve been conditioned to accept. And healing isn’t just about finding the “right” relationship. It’s about becoming someone who can: * see clearly * respond differently * and no longer feel at home in what once hurt you From time to time, I’ll be joined by trusted voices—across theology and psychology—to help deepen this conversation. But this season will also be rooted in lived experience. Not just theory. Not just advice. Because this isn’t just about understanding patterns. It’s about breaking them. If you’ve ever found yourself asking: * “Why does this feel familiar?” * “Why do I question myself so much?” * “Why is it so hard to respond differently, even when I know better?” You’re not alone. And you’re not imagining it. This season is about clarity. Because clarity is where healing begins. Welcome to Season 2 of Beloved.