The Camera Never Lies: Seeing the Truth After Years of Emotional Abuse

Towards the end, when the stalking, vindictiveness, and property damage began after he left, people around me began to ask for a photograph—friends, neighbours, and even padel colleagues—so they could recognise his loitering and watchfulness. When they saw the pictures, their reactions were sharp and unified: shock, astonishment, disbelief. “How on earth did you ever… Read More The Camera Never Lies: Seeing the Truth After Years of Emotional Abuse

Self-Deception: The Brain’s Protective Armor

The brain is wired to protect us—not just physically, but emotionally. When we engage in behaviors that conflict with our values, morals, or self-image, the resulting discomfort is called cognitive dissonance. This is your brain’s way of signaling: “Something isn’t aligned here. Pay attention.” But cognitive dissonance is unpleasant. It triggers stress responses—elevated cortisol, subtle anxiety,… Read More Self-Deception: The Brain’s Protective Armor

Breaking News: Local Man Runs Out of Lies, World Left in Shock

In what experts are calling “the inevitable collapse of the Blame Tower,” a local man — whose name we won’t mention, because frankly, we’ve heard enough already — has finally run out of fresh lies to tell. For years, he spun tales so wild you’d think Netflix had optioned his life for a true-crime drama.… Read More Breaking News: Local Man Runs Out of Lies, World Left in Shock

The Long Shadow of Control: When Harassment Becomes a Way of Life

It’s easy for people to assume that once a relationship ends, the trauma ends with it. But for those who’ve lived through ongoing harassment, manipulation, and emotional abuse, the truth is far more complex—and far more exhausting. For over three decades now, I’ve seen the same pattern repeat itself like clockwork. Not just random acts… Read More The Long Shadow of Control: When Harassment Becomes a Way of Life