Learn the traits of a narcissist, how to find out if someone you know is one, how to get the better of a narcissist and how to deal with a narcissist if someone you know or love is one.
One of my boyfriends had been extremely self-obsessed. At first, I believed he was just hyperfocused on his appearance and how people saw him, believing that this was a sign he was insecure. I tried to be supportive, but the more time we spent together, the more I began to see that he was ticking … Read more
“Why am I attracted to narcissists?” Welcome to the club. I’ve asked myself the same question multiple times. A few things existing in your realm might account for the strange pattern. I find it so mysterious in my case that I’ve asked myself this; “Am I attracting narcissists or are they a magnet for me?” Either way, the … Read more
Anyone is capable of breadcrumbing and emotionally manipulating others. However, breadcrumbing is a tactic straight out of the narcissist’s playbook. I’ve been breadcrumbed, gaslit, and deceived on more than one occasion by both overt and covert narcissists and lived to tell. Perhaps you’ll relate as I break down what narcissist breadcrumbing is and why it’s a … Read more
Have you ever felt like you were being turned into a marionette or a string puppet by someone who you know or love? Being manipulated or having manipulation tactics used against you is typical of psychological warfare, except the battlefield is your home, life, and day to day existence. While we all want to get … Read more
Men are raised to think their level of masculinity depends on how much they’re able to dominate and control women. As such, they’ll employ different tactics to wield and maintain power. Gaslighting is one of those tactics. It’s a simple, yet effective way for your husband to control, manipulate, and emotionally abuse you. Usually, you won’t realize what’s happening until his … Read more
Are you dating someone who constantly seeks admiration but couldn’t care less about what you feel and what your needs are? Or maybe you are friends with someone who has an inflated sense of self-importance and does not have even the slightest empathy toward others? If this sounds familiar, then you are probably dealing with … Read more
It is easy to tell if someone in your life is becoming too toxic to handle, but is it also easy to tell if you are the one being difficult? You might find it uncomfortable, but checking with yourself for toxic behavior is as essential as checking the relationships you have with everyone else. In … Read more
Divorcing a narcissist? Welcome to the club. I’ve done it. I will say, taking this step is a bold move and not for the faint of heart. You will need all the right tools to navigate the situation and come out with little to no emotional injury. Don’t worry; you will be prepped and ready to exit … Read more
Narcissist rage is something you’re going to experience at some point when dealing with a narcissist in your close circle. You won’t miss it. Rage is usually marked by explosive anger/rage or passive anger/rage when they can’t get their way. The response is typically disproportionate to the situation. Being confronted with such behavior can be scary, … Read more
Gaslighting can make anyone feel like they don’t know up from down. In today’s post, we’ll be taking a look at gaslighting and how narcissists spin a web of deceit and attempt to control you simply by making you doubt yourself. In many cases, skill in manipulation and narcissism go hand in hand. We’ll also … Read more