To know what causes a narcissist to tick, it is helpful to understand narcissistic supply. Narcissists are needy people, although they would not describe themselves that way. And chief among…
Continue readingI’m hoping you approach your life with an ongoing willingness to grow and stretch. A common teaching of mine is that narcissism is a pattern on a spectrum, and each…
Continue readingWith the goal of helping you learn how to handle a narcissist, I want you to think about the highs and lows of your life’s narrative. There are some experiences,…
Continue readingA defining feature of narcissism is manipulative behavior. Wanting to stay in control, narcissists use all sorts of tactics to keep you off your game. They approach relationships with an…
Continue readingHolidays can be difficult anyway. Society grooms us to think that celebrations should be these perfect events where everyone gets along. Social media adds to that misconception. (Didn’t you see…
Continue readingHaving a relationship with a narcissist is no easy task. Narcissists are often angry and offended so easily that you feel like you are walking on eggshells around them. Life…
Continue readingKnowing how to deal with a narcissist can be tricky. There are many circumstances requiring you to engage personally with others. In some, the relationship is merely functional, but in…
Continue readingNarcissistic abuse can be an incredibly damaging experience for someone on the receiving end. You’ve probably heard the phrase: “Hurt people hurt people.” That statement is especially true when we…
Continue readingWhat Is Narcissism? As I began my counseling career decades ago (1980) I was determined to learn why people struggle with moods and primary relationships. When individuals talked with me…
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