For some people, relationships are all about control. This is not a healthy way to look at it. In fact, someone trying to control you in a relationship is an almost universal sign of a relationship you shouldn’t be in.…
No one deserves to be manipulated, right? Everyone thinks it won’t happen to them, but it can happen to anyone, at any time. I found this out the hard way. A few years ago, I was being manipulated by a…
Have you ever felt like someone is trying to play mind games with you? you are not alone. Many of us have encountered people who are experts at getting others to do what they want. Real kicking? Often, we don’t…
Manipulators are everywhere. They can be your bosses, colleagues, friends, partners, family or even strangers. But these people want to exploit and abuse you if they can. The American Psychological Association defines manipulation as “behavior designed to exploit, control, or…
Emotional manipulation is an indirect, but harmful form of abuse, leaving victims feeling confused and helpless. Worse still, while overt forms of manipulation are easy to spot, subtle techniques are much more difficult to recognize for what they are: a…
Do you know someone with a stately complex? They likely lack empathy, need constant attention, and can become somewhat aggressive when challenged. In other words, they are full of themselves (and difficult to get along with). Unfortunately, these personalities are…
The intergenerational cycle of domestic violence is a pattern of violence, abuse, and neglect that is passed from one generation to the next. This cycle can occur within families, as well as between intimate partners. The cycle of abuse often…
Dealing with a narcissistic mother-in-law can be an arduous journey filled with emotional turmoil. Often, these women do not accept the fact that their sons have matured into adulthood, and they hate the idea of sharing their son with another…
Growing up with a narcissistic mother can have long-term effects on their daughters, leading to various symptoms that can continue into adulthood. The emotional scars left by this upbringing can greatly impact a daughter’s life. From difficulty trusting others to…
Adult daughters of narcissistic mothers likely experienced childhoods of emotional neglect, manipulation, and criticism. Growing up with a narcissistic parent leaves deep-rooted emotional scars that affect their self-esteem and relationships with others. The narcissistic mother is usually very critical or…
