Learn the traits of a narcissist, how to find out if someone you know is one, how to get the better of a narcissist and how to deal with a narcissist if someone you know or love is one.
Men are raised to think their level of masculinity depends on how much they’re able to dominate and control women. As such, they’ll employ different tactics to wield and maintain power. Gaslighting is one of those tactics. It’s a simple, yet effective way for your husband to control, manipulate, and emotionally abuse you. Usually, you won’t realize what’s happening until his … Read more
Are you dating someone who constantly seeks admiration but couldn’t care less about what you feel and what your needs are? Or maybe you are friends with someone who has an inflated sense of self-importance and does not have even the slightest empathy toward others? If this sounds familiar, then you are probably dealing with … Read more
It is easy to tell if someone in your life is becoming too toxic to handle, but is it also easy to tell if you are the one being difficult? You might find it uncomfortable, but checking with yourself for toxic behavior is as essential as checking the relationships you have with everyone else. In … Read more
Divorcing a narcissist? Welcome to the club. I’ve done it. I will say, taking this step is a bold move and not for the faint of heart. You will need all the right tools to navigate the situation and come out with little to no emotional injury. Don’t worry; you will be prepped and ready to exit … Read more
Narcissist rage is something you’re going to experience at some point when dealing with a narcissist in your close circle. You won’t miss it. Rage is usually marked by explosive anger/rage or passive anger/rage when they can’t get their way. The response is typically disproportionate to the situation. Being confronted with such behavior can be scary, … Read more
Gaslighting can make anyone feel like they don’t know up from down. In today’s post, we’ll be taking a look at gaslighting and how narcissists spin a web of deceit and attempt to control you simply by making you doubt yourself. In many cases, skill in manipulation and narcissism go hand in hand. We’ll also … Read more
The term “gaslighting” is frequently used in our culture. But what does it really mean? Gaslighting is a term for a form of emotional abuse that can be hard to recognize. It’s not always readily apparent, even though it often occurs in abusive relationships. Yet, unfortunately, gaslighting can have serious consequences for your mental well-being … Read more
There was a time I wanted to know how to turn the tables on a gaslighter in my life because I’d had it with them. Now that you’ve found yourself in that place, I hope I can help. Writing topics on getting even with a gaslighter, making them fear you, or turning tables is my … Read more
Narcissists have chameleon-like personalities that allow them to go undetectable until their ‘mask’ slips. The proverbial mask represents the false self which is used to hide their true selves and (sometimes) their diabolical intentions. Add their charming personality and tendency to love bomb their ‘targets’ to the equation… and it becomes far more challenging to identify them … Read more
Arguing is a narcissist’s forte, especially the antagonistic or argumentative narcissist. The only problem is when a narcissist isn’t in the mood to argue, they will deflect. Narcissist deflection is just as toxic. The tactic is nothing more than a way to worm their way out of trouble. Any type of narcissist can employ deflection strategies, including … Read more