8 Narcissistic Manipulation Tactics (& How to Protect Yourself from Them)
Sometimes, the person with whom you share the strongest bond may also be the source of immense suffering and distress. Being in a relationship with a narcissist can harm your mental and physical health, as well as your self-esteem and overall well-being. The best thing you can do for yourself is probably to break free […]
Read more...What is Conversational Narcissism? (5 Signs & Tips for Dealing with One)
Nearly everyone has at least one friend, family member, or coworker who never stops talking about themselves and never allows anyone else to take the lead in the conversation. Well, there is a word for this, and it is called “conversational narcissism.” What is a Conversational Narcissist? A conversational narcissist is a person who always […]
Read more...11 Signs of Narcissistic Abuse You Should Recognize
Have you been trapped in toxic patterns in your relationship that cause you to feel frightened and insecure, to have a low sense of self-esteem, and to battle persistent feelings of guilt, shame, and helplessness? Does your partner lack understanding of your feelings and have an unhealthy obsession with getting people to like them? Do […]
Read more...Why Feeling Safe in a Relationship is All About Setting Good Boundaries
Emotional safety is a cornerstone of a healthy relationship. People generally consider a relationship healthy if everyone in it feels protected, loved, and respected. And don’t we all want to be in a place where our interpersonal connections make us feel safe? But what does “feeling safe in a relationship” mean? And why is it […]
Read more...What is a Vulnerable Narcissist? (6 Signs to Look Out For)
In clinical practice, narcissism is a personality disorder. However, most people who exhibit narcissistic traits do not meet the clinical mental health criteria for narcissistic personality disorder (NPD). That means that narcissism can range from a few narcissistic traits to full-scale narcissistic personality disorder, which occurs along the spectrum. What is a Vulnerable Narcissist? Vulnerable […]
Read more...20 Symptoms of Narcissistic Victim Syndrome You May Have Experienced
Do you constantly feel guilty, insecure, and bad about yourself? Are you experiencing overwhelming feelings of anxiety, helplessness, and hopelessness? Does a relationship with your partner seem like walking on eggshells most of the time? You might be suffering from Narcissistic victim syndrome. Being involved with a narcissist is hard. Individuals with narcissistic personality disorder […]
Read more...How Dating a Narcissist Changes You
A relationship with a narcissist may be a roller-coaster of emotions, painful and depleting. Most of the time, being in a relationship with a narcissist severely impacts the health and well-being of their victims. When you date a narcissist, your perceptions about yourself and the world may change. This can be devastating for your sense […]
Read more...Can a Narcissist Be Faithful in a Relationship?
Every relationship demands dedication and work and can occasionally be challenging. A relationship with a narcissist, however, presents unique difficulties. If you are in a relationship with a narcissist, one of the first questions you may ask yourself is: Can a narcissist be faithful? If you are in a relationship with a narcissist, you will […]
Read more...6 Signs of Narcissistic Collapse and How to Spot Them
Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is a mental health condition characterized by an exaggerated self-image, a lack of empathy, self-centered behavior, and an excessive need for praise and admiration. Some experts argue that narcissists use their attitudes of superiority and domination to compensate for insecurity and frail self-esteem. So, when a narcissist does not receive the […]
Read more...What are Narcissist Flying Monkeys, and How Can You Defend Yourself from Them?
If you are in a toxic relationship with a narcissist, your other relationships may start feeling off at some point too. For example, you may notice that people you know gossip about you or that your friends are avoiding you. In short, you may start feeling rejected and left out, not understanding why people you […]
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