Once your relationship with the narcissist parent of your child comes to an end, the focus then shifts to co-parenting with a narcissist in the most amicable way. Destructive narcissists are difficult to deal with, period. When children are involved, shared parenting can quickly turn into a nightmare if not managed properly. I know a male narcissist … Read more
Sometimes anxiety can feel like an untamable monster that won’t go away. And yet, you have the power to conquer that frightful beast with the right weapon. There are multiple ways to combat anxiety… such as exercise, lifestyle changes, or diet. Today, however, we are going to talk about one of the mightier weapons: mindfulness. … Read more
Great teachers boost the morale of the children they teach. They establish a system that teaches children that hard work, dedication, and giving themselves to learning are fulfilling and rewarding. They also provide them with the confidence to keep trying when the work can be difficult. It is sobering to think that every single person … Read more
According to author Elizabeth Stone, a child is a mother’s heart walking around outside her body. There can be nothing worse than when that little piece of your heart starts to turn against you. How do you handle it when your daughter blames you for everything? Learning how to handle daughters who blame their mothers … Read more
Ever trust a colleague, only to have them mislead you and leave you wondering whether your mind is playing tricks on you? I’ve been there. One of my bosses promised me a position, had me do all the extra work to get the promotion, only to be called to his office in a group meeting … Read more
I believe that most of us have negative people in our lives, and you’ve probably experienced that as well. Sadly, the fact is that if you’re on a path to success… you’re going to encounter critics, haters, and naysayers along the way. In this article, I’m going to show you how to effectively deal with … Read more
How old were you when you first realized someone close to you was a narcissist? You know what I mean. It’s that person you always trusted and looked up to, but they had a dark motive they kept hidden from those around them. The bleak truth was that this person manipulated others into making them … Read more
“Life sucks, but you just need to push on through it.” Oh, how sad it is that such “well-meaning” words can hurt so much. If you’ve ever been through trauma and had these words said to you by someone who was apparently trying to comfort you, then you know the pain and shame of hearing … Read more
Have you ever stepped into a room, and as your eyes sweep across the crowd, you suddenly find yourself drawn to one person in particular? This person isn’t consciously demanding anyone’s attention. They’re just so comfortable with themselves that you can’t help but gravitate toward them. If your answer was “yes”, you’ve just met someone … Read more
In today’s busy world, it’s easy to force yourself to keep going… even when you’re overwhelmed and should probably stop to reset, recharge and re-evaluate. Taking a mental health break is very important, not just to your emotional well-being, but your physical health, as the two can often go hand-in-hand. In this article, we’ll talk … Read more