A gaslighting narcissist is someone with narcissistic personality disorder who uses gaslighting as a form of control and manipulation. Gaslighting is a form of abuse that can make you question reality or feel confused. Over time, this can lead to…
Feeling affection may seem like a dream come true — until you realize it may be love bombing, a common tactic used by people with narcissism. It’s natural to want your partner to show affection. Small reminders that you are…
Have you ever felt like a target in someone else’s game? Recognizing manipulative tactics can help you create boundaries with people with a narcissistic personality. Maybe you’re not sure if someone with a narcissistic personality has played games with you.…
Sometimes leaving the narcissist is not an option. A parent admits that their adult child is narcissistic but desperately wants to maintain a primary relationship. A husband is not inclined to leave his narcissistic partner for a number of reasons…
Narcissists may play the victim if they think they gain something from making you feel guilty. Their tendency to use manipulative tactics is one of the formal symptoms of a narcissistic personality. Have you ever played the victim? If so,…
Know the critical red flags of narcissism. Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is a psychological condition characterized by excessive self-importance and a lack of empathy for others. Identifying behaviors that reveal narcissism is crucial to understanding the dynamics and protecting one’s…
Psychologists and relationship experts offer insights into behaviors that reveal a narcissistic mother.The narcissistic mother often feels entitled, manipulates and belittles others, and lacks empathy. You may be exposed to abuse and volatile behavior from her. And you feel like…
Gaslighting is a popular word lately. But what does it look like in a relationship? Here are 6 signs that your relationship isn’t as healthy as it could be. The term “gaslighting” was officially added to the Oxford Dictionary in…
“Some people try to be tall by cutting off the heads of others.” — Paramhansa Yogananda “It’s not easy being superior to everyone I know.” -unknown The Mayo Clinic Research Group defines narcissistic personality disorder as “a mental disorder in…
Falling in love usually happens before we really know our partner. This happens to us because we are at the mercy of subconscious forces, commonly referred to as “chemistry.” Don’t judge yourself for loving someone who doesn’t treat you with…
