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Lost, Used and
Found the Real Me..
Nicole Lindsey
My Story
As an adopted individual and author of "Lost, Used, and Found The Real Me," I share a deeply personal and transformative narrative that explores the complexities of identity, resilience, and self-discovery. Drawing from my own experiences and insights, I invite readers on a poignant journey through the highs and lows of my life as I navigate the challenges of adoption, relationship trauma, and the search for belonging.
Nicole Lindsey the Author
Chapter 8
Cruelty in My Own Backyard
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When I entered their world, I felt like an outsider looking in – a stranger in my skin, a foreign entity in a sea of familiar faces. The subtle glances, the whispered remarks, and the pointed questions about your origins serve as constant reminders of your otherness, of my status as an outsider in a world that refuses to accept me. In the classroom, I endure the taunts and jeers of my classmates, seeing my adoption as a weakness to be exploited, a vulnerability to be targeted. In the workplace, I face discrimination and prejudice from colleagues and superiors who view my adoption as a mark of inferiority, a stain on my character that taints every aspect of my professional identity.
Act # 5
Inmates Playing the Victim Card
By now, you might have done all they asked, or you are starting to feel something in your gut telling you to STOP what you’re doing for a stranger or even someone you have known for years, so you begin to pull back. On the next phone call, you may encounter these types of behavior from the inmate.
Inmates often portray themselves as innocent victims of circumstance, emphasizing the hardships they face in prison. They may downplay their own wrongdoing and shift focus onto the challenges they endure, such as harsh living conditions or unjust treatment by prison staff.
Act # 5
Lost of Time
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When a male inmate is released from prison and confronts issues of feeling lost in time, it can significantly impact his relationships, leading to patterns that contribute to discord and emotional strain. After spending a significant amount of time in a structured prison environment, the male inmate may struggle to adapt to the freedom and flexibility of civilian life. He may feel overwhelmed by the choices and responsibilities that come with everyday life, leading to indecision, procrastination, or a sense of aimlessness.
Story 1
Curtis and Candi
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The cold metal bars cast long shadows across the dimly lit prison cell. Behind them sat Curtis, a man whose past was shrouded in secrets and whose future was uncertain. Little did he know that his life would intersect once again with that of Candi, a woman whose unwavering love would lead me down a path of betrayal, heartbreak, ultimately, manipulation, deception, and redemption.
Vault 1
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Choosing to engage in a relationship with someone who's incarcerated can lead to a journey filled with uncertainties and complexities. For many women, the allure of companionship, emotional connection, or the desire to help someone in need may lead them to engage with men behind prison walls
PART I
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What Is Narcissistic Abuse
Narcissistic abuse is a form of emotional abuse that occurs when someone with narcissistic traits or a narcissistic personality disorder uses manipulative, controlling, and devaluing behaviors to dominate and exploit another person.
This book creates a space where readers can feel understood through honest reflections, personal anecdotes, and heartfelt insights. It's not about presenting a perfect facade or offering quick fixes; it's about embracing the messy, complicated reality of our human experience and finding strength and resilience within it.
Welcome to the journey of healing from life's past traumas that broke you. If you are here, it means that you have read “Stop Hurting You,” Volume 1 and Volume 2. I want to say congratulations for doing the work and picking up this book to heal from what and who broke you.