Do you feel joyless, apathetic, and irritable? You might be experiencing emotional burnout, especially if you’re a stay-at-home or work-at-home mom. I’ve been a work-at-home mom for almost 3 years now. I manage a blog and study for a doctorate, but most of my time is spent taking care of a small child. I adore […]
Are Tattoos a Sign of Narcissism?
Are tattoos a sign of narcissism, or simply a means of self-expression? The answer to this question may not be as straightforward as it seems. Here is a scenario: you’re standing in line at Starbucks. The person in front of you is a young woman with a butterfly tattoo on her naked shoulder. You don’t […]
Why You Shouldn’t Accept Gifts from Your Toxic Mother-in-Law
A gift is by definition a selfless offering. But when you’re dealing with a toxic mother-in-law, beware of gifts with long, wiry strings attached to them. You might be thinking: why would my mother-in-law give me gifts? She hates me! It’s precisely to hide that fact a toxic mother-in-law will give you gifts or offer […]
Stuck at Home With a Toxic Person: 7 Ways to Keep Your Sanity
Dealing with a toxic person is hard enough. Try it when you’re stuck at home unable to leave or limit your contact! That’s a total nightmare, one that few people are prepared to handle. The latest quarantine order put all of us through the wringer. With nonstop wall-to-wall pandemic hysteria in the news, financial distress, […]
Going No Contact with a Narcissistic Grandmother
Family is everything. How many times have you heard this phrase? Many times, I bet. As a culture, we idealize family. Family means closeness, love, support, loyalty, and a deep connection to our roots. When we say of a friend “She/he is like family to me,” we mean to say that they have entered our […]
A Child Custody Battle With a Narcissist: Best Strategies
Are you locked in a child custody battle with a narcissist? It may be your ex or maybe even your child’s toxic grandparent. If so, you need to know exactly how to approach this situation to give you the best chances of getting custody. Defeating the narcissist in court is all about knowing who you’re […]