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Trauma bonding is a dysfunctional attachment that develops in the presence of danger, shame, or exploitation. Think of such phrases as; “You broke me, but you are the only one who can fix me.” Or “I know my partner is abusive, but I can’t imagine a life without him.” These bonds are common in narcissistic […]
Narcissists are known for their exaggerated sense of self-importance. They think that the world literally revolves around them. Narcissists draw their main satisfaction from making other people see them as persons of great importance who know everything. If you’re dealing with a narcissist but not sure what type it is, our narcissist quiz will help you […]
Gaslighting is a term that is used to describe a type of psychological manipulation or abuse that can be used to disorient and control another person. Narcissistic gaslighting is a form of emotional manipulation and distortion of the truth. It is perpetrated with the purpose of inducing self-doubt in the victim, ultimately granting the narcissist […]
Gaslighting in a relationship can be a real nightmare. Unfortunately, many people do not spot it early. And even when they spot it, they do not know the right way to navigate through it. Gaslighting is when the other party makes you question your own experiences and feelings. In a relationship, your partner may psychologically […]
If you have an active narcissistic parent, spouse, sibling, or leader figure in your life, you may find yourself losing your voice in the relationship. Your true identity is either completely stripped away, or never gets a chance to nurture and take root. In turn, you find yourself always agreeing with what the narcissistic person […]
Vulnerable narcissists tend to have a character that will typically pass as the opposite of narcissism. They tend to be more sensitive and, therefore, difficult to spot. You may realize you are dealing with or are in a relationship with a vulnerable narcissist when you are already too deep into it. Similarly, their actions may […]
Have you talked to friends or family who always make every conversation about themselves? Whether you are talking about penguins in Antarctica or natural disasters, they will have a way to shift the conversation to be about themselves. Did you have a hard day at work? Theirs was even much harder. Did you get a […]
A narcissist is a person with an exaggerated sense of self-importance. They are self-centered and ignorant of the needs of those around them. On the other hand, a malignant narcissist is on the extreme end with a combination of multiple vices. They take pleasure in bringing others down. Let’s discuss this narcissist type in detail. […]
Did you know that having narcissistic traits that make you assertive without necessarily being manipulative to hurt others is healthy? Well, psychologists clinically diagnose and classify destructive narcissistic traits as narcissistic personality disorders (NPD). And, NPD varies from person to person depending on their most noticeable clinical patterns. So, are you or do you know […]
What comes to mind when you think of a narcissist? A selfish person who uses their victim for self-gain, right? In contrast, we see a codependent person as excessively selfless and an easy victim to a narcissist. Yet, both the narcissist and the codependent person have unhealthy views of themselves. See, they share similar needs […]
Are you an empath supernova? If so, what are the implications of your new personality to the narcissist? We all know empaths to be caring and understanding, always ready to put the needs of others first. However, when empaths are under constant narcissistic abuse they turn into supernovas. For them, enough is enough. Since they […]
Are you living with a narcissist? It could be your spouse, parent, boss, workmate, or friend. If you felt preyed on by this narcissistic person in your life, chances are that you are a narcissistic abuse victim. And, if this notable other is attacking you, it is time to move on from being a victim […]