Divorce is a life-changing event that can cause a whirlwind of emotions. Among the most profound and challenging of these emotions are anger and depression. When a marriage ends, it’s normal to experience a range of intense emotions, but learning…
In the complex dance of human relationships, there is perhaps no pairing as complex and contradictory as that of the narcissist and the empath. This unlikely duo is often drawn together by an unseen attraction, and may find themselves trapped…
When a narcissist sees that you look good, he or she may display a range of reactions. On the surface, they may shower you with compliments, telling you how great you look. However, beneath the friendly facade, they are likely…
Narcissistic behaviors in relationships manifest in the form of self-centered attitudes and actions that can cause significant tension in relationships. They create an imbalance, skewing the relationship too heavily toward one person’s needs and desires, leaving their partner feeling shadowed…
It’s a challenging journey, but rising from the ashes of narcissistic abuse is possible. Healing from narcissistic abuse requires resilience, self-care, and patience, but you’ll find signs along the way that you’re on the right track. You reclaim your identity…
The things manipulators say dig deep into your feelings. These statements make you doubt yourself and place too much importance on their words. Manipulators are masters of deception. It is difficult to notice what they are doing sometimes, as they…
There is something deeply ingrained in all of us that requires us to end. We need it when we quit our job, face death, have a fight with our best friend, and especially if we loved someone and the relationship…
By definition, if you’re asking this question, you’re self-reflecting in a way that someone with narcissistic personality disorder likely wouldn’t be. However, the story is not that simple. First, we are all narcissists, so the key is to learn how…
My friend, whom I will call Ed, kept pushing me to contribute to my school’s alumni fund. The more he called me, the more I felt like my answer was “no.” I felt that not only did I lack the…
“Mirror, mirror on the wall, I am my father after all.” Is this you? You look in the mirror and see a competent leader and achiever, someone who is in charge of every event, always receiving the glory and in…
