Have you ever received a compliment that sounded like an insult or an apology that indicated you were the bad guy? These are old tricks from the manipulator’s handbook. So, how do you manipulate a manipulator? No, we are not…
These emotional predators use many tactics to fuel their need for power and control, but they can be quite deceptive and experts at concealing their true intentions. Recognizing the signs of an emotional predator will help you protect yourself, especially…
“Decoding the Dark Triad: Understanding the Differences and Discovering Traits of Narcissism, Machiavellianism, and Psychopathy” Have you ever heard of the Dark Triad character? Dark Triad personalities have trouble holding on to healthy relationships and tend to exploit others for…
A narcissist will intentionally harm others in pursuit of their selfish desires, but may and will in some circumstances show remorse for doing so, while a malignant narcissist will harm others and enjoy doing so, showing little sympathy or remorse…
Knowing about co-dependencies and the different types of dependencies can help you understand them better, and if you suspect you may be one of them, then you can take appropriate steps to deal with them. The following content is derived…
Modern dating is incredibly difficult to navigate, with all sorts of toxic trends and all, like ghosting, bread crumbs, pocketing, etc. , otherwise known as cookie dissonance. Although the term sounds a bit funny, the practice is not. Handling and…
If you are reading this article, you are probably familiar with the active conversation online about narcissists and narcissists. Narcissism, or narcissistic personality disorder (NPD), is a serious psychological condition that affects a small percentage of people. NPD requires a…
When it comes to getting help for narcissistic abuse, there are plenty of “narcissists experts,” who tend to do more harm than help. It is important to be aware of them and never depend on them for your recovery. Fake…
Are narcissists highly intelligent? The way they choose their prey and take care of them psychologically may indicate that they have above average intelligence. But are manipulation, exploitation, abuse and lying signs of intelligence? Are narcissists smarter than normal people?…
When it comes to narcissism, one of the biggest and most intriguing questions is whether or not narcissists have selective empathy. When you come across someone who has strong traits of narcissism, it’s only natural that you start to question…
