Does your narcissistic parent act like the martyr of the house? Then you know never to contradict them, or you’ll be crushed under a ton of guilt. Dealing with a narcissistic parent is hard enough. But try dealing with one that has a bulletproof status of a selfless giver who sacrifices everything for others! It […]
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10 Types of Women Who Attract Narcissists
Do certain women attract narcissists? Do you ever wonder if you’re one of them? Read on to find out 10 types of women that are easy targets for an emotionally abusive man. 1. Kick-ass Kyra Narcissists are attracted to strong, powerful women. For one, a strong woman can take care of him. Because despite macho […]
How to Deal With Someone Who’s Always Playing the Victim
Do you know someone who’s always playing the victim? Someone who never takes responsibility for their actions? Then you know how exhausting it can be to listen to their endless tales of woe and feel a mixture of pity and frustration. Bad things just constantly happen to them, don’t they? And no matter how hard […]
16 Alarming Signs You Have a Toxic Friend
Do you have a toxic friend? The answer may not be as clear as with other toxic people in your life. Friends have a special place in our hearts, and we tend to forgive them easier than family members. Still, there might come a time when you can no longer forgive or overlook your friend’s […]
Never Do These 13 Things When You’re Around Toxic People
We all have toxic people in our lives. They’re our mothers, our boyfriends, colleagues, bosses, friends… You can’t escape them. And even if there was some perfect world with no toxic people in it, it’d probably be boring. Toxic people keep you on your toes! They teach you things about yourself. They make you stronger. […]
The Dark Side of Nice People, And How to Stop Being a “Yes” Person
What’s the difference between “nice” and “kind”? Aren’t all nice people basically sweet, giving, and easy-going? Not necessarily. I hate nice people. They are too polite to mention you have toilet paper stuck to your shoe. They always agree with the prevailing opinion. And they do things they don’t like because they can’t say “no.” […]
9 Tips to Beat the Stay-at-Home Mom Burnout
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, […]