Becoming a parent is life-changing. It also redefines who you are as a person. But what happens when adult children leave the proverbial nest and you lose a big part of your self-identity? For many parents, the change results in the “Empty Nest Syndrome.” What is Empty Nest Syndrome? For some parents, the joy of […]
13 Subtle Signs of a Toxic Relationship
On the surface, the signs of a toxic relationship are obvious and indisputable — like a black eye. But in most cases, the red flags are much more subtle and intertwined with emotions. This article explores the less obvious signs of a toxic relationship, and what to do if you find yourself in one. Do […]
10 Signs of a Toxic Work Environment (And How to Cope With It)
Not sure if your workplace is toxic? Here are 10 signs that you might be suffering from a toxic work environment and how to cope with it. Are you working in a toxic work environment? Just like a dysfunctional family with a difficult parent or another relative, workplaces may prove to be toxic because of […]
33 Revealing Signs You Have a Narcissistic Parent: The Ultimate List
If you’re a child of a narcissistic parent, it may be challenging for you to see the signs. First, you have no frame of reference for what a “normal” parent is. Second, narcissistic upbringing conditions you to find faults in yourself, not your difficult parent (who’s more likely to be the source of the problem). […]
How to Stop Seeking Love and Validation from Your Narcissistic Parent
As humans, we are programmed to seek love and validation. That need is especially strong during childhood, when we are still forming ideas about who we are (“self-schemas”). But if you had a narcissistic parent, these needs likely went unmet. As a result, you keep seeking that validation from your parent — whether consciously or […]
Top 10 TV Shows Featuring Narcissistic Male Characters
There’s no shortage of narcissistic male characters on TV. And some of these shows really nail it when it comes to a realistic and insightful portrayal of narcissism. So without further ado, here are 10 of the most fascinating, hilarious, and memorable narcissistic men of the small screen. You can learn a lot by watching […]