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). […]
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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 […]
10 Signs Your Boss Is a Malignant Narcissist
How can you tell if your boss is a narcissist? You probably already know that a typical narcissist is someone with a gigantic self-inflated ego who doesn’t care about anyone else. But what if the person you are working for is one of these insufferable egotists with delusions of grandeur? Spotting a narcissistic employer can be […]
Is Narcissism Contagious?
Is narcissism contagious? Psychologist Jenny Tamasi explores the topic in this fascinating article. Is narcissism contagious? This is a tough question to answer. Like most things in behavioural science, I think it is case-specific. The Family Environment Many researchers believe that your environment has a lot to do with where you fall on the narcissism […]
Narcissists: Why Do They Trigger Your Childhood Trauma?
The idea that narcissists trigger your childhood trauma may seem odd. Maybe you’re not even aware that any such trauma exists. Read on to find out the exact signs of childhood trauma, and the reason why narcissists can bring it to the surface. What is childhood trauma? When we hear the words “childhood trauma,” we […]
10 Deceptive Masks Narcissists Wear
Narcissists wear many masks. They are true chameleons who change their colors to fit the environment and get their needs met. So let’s look at some of the narcissist’s favorite disguises, and how to see through them. Dedicated Parent Lovesick Romeo Poor Victim Charismatic Leader Generous Philanthropist Heroic Martyr Everything Expert Loyal Friend Highbrow Intellectual […]