Are you dating a real-life Mr. Big? These signs can tell you if you’ve fallen for an emotionally unavailable man, and what to do about it. Carrie and Mr. Big… Although it’s been 20 years since the finale of Sex and the City, the central relationship of everyone’s favorite HBO series still puzzles the viewers. Was […]
7 Devious Traits of a Covert Female Narcissist
Narcissistic women are not always obvious. They can appear fragile, charming, insecure, and even selfless. So you have to look past their disguise. Here are 7 little-known traits of a covert female narcissist. But before we delve into that, let’s first answer these questions. What is narcissism? The two main types of narcissism: what are […]
7 Signs You’re In a Toxic Trauma Bond Relationship
A trauma bond is a toxic relationship that is forged out of pain, abuse, and codependency. It’s often a romantic relationship, but it can also be a relationship with a parent, sibling, or even a friend. Similar to Stockholm Syndrome when captives become emotionally attached to their captors, people in abusive relationships become attached (or […]
How to Deal With Guilt-Tripping From a Manipulative Parent
Is your manipulative parent guilt-tripping you? You’re not alone. Inducing guilt, or “guilt-tripping” is a common tactic used by manipulative people everywhere. But just because it’s common doesn’t mean it’s harmless. In fact, over time guilt can seriously erode your mental and physical health. Yet manipulative parents are oblivious to the harm they cause. To […]
19 Signs of Guilt and How to Deal With It
Guilt. Is there a more soul-crushing feeling? Yet, as bad as it is, you may not always recognize the signs of guilt and the detrimental effect it has on your life. Think about a time in the past when you felt guilty. Was that a fleeting feeling or did you spend days, weeks, or months […]
Moving Away From Family: How to Handle the Guilt Trips
Are you moving away from family and can’t handle the guilt? Are your parents going out of their way to make you feel like you’re the worst person on earth? I know your pain. My husband and I are planning to move to another state. We’ve lived in California most of our lives, and we […]