In a world that seems to reward self-promotion and manipulation, it is not always easy to spot manipulative, narcissistic individuals. As a society, we’re throwing around the label nowadays while also making these Machiavellian characters to be the stuff of…
A woman with integrity is a person who tries to do the right thing-always. And of course, she wants a like-minded partner. That’s why she won’t stay calm and pretend to be okay when her partner does something contrary to…
Manipulative people can be very smart. They refine their tactics as they go, using what works and adapting it to get around your defenses. Here are the most cunning mind tricks that manipulators use to pull your strings. If you…
Before we get into the signs of dating a pathological liar, I want to give you some basic information about my personal experience with lying. I’ve never been a pathological liar but I used to be a compulsive liar. As…
There is a fine line between tough love and emotional manipulation. The latter is a favorite tool of narcissists. Narcissists have a knack for shaking your self-confidence, and they do it so subtly, you may not even realize it’s happening.…
Hindsight can be 20/20 only if you watch it through a filter of reality and honesty. But what if your sense of reality was taken away from you? What if you no longer know what to believe or who to…
When it comes to red flags in a relationship, in dating, and even in your friendships… Have you ever heard the saying “Where there is smoke, there is fire”? A red flag is a smoke that no matter how much…
No one wants to be with a manipulator, but the sad truth is that you don’t realize that you are with a deceitful snake when you are committed to the relationship. You might be thinking, ” Well, if a manipulative…
Understanding healthy relationships A healthy relationship is a bond between individuals characterized by mutual respect, trust, honesty, support, and clear communication. They are important because they create a safe environment where people can express themselves without fear of judgment or…
When I first started my career in finance, I had a colleague, let’s call him John. John was charming, intelligent, and always the center of attention. At first, I was impressed by his confidence. But then, things started to feel…
