Common sense tells us that belittlement is not a good strategy for building healthy relationship bonds, nonetheless, that’s what narcissists do. But why? Dr. Les Carter breaks down a narcissist’s…
Continue readingNarcissists carry unhealthy traits internally. They have an inordinate need for control. They are manipulative. They are disinterested in knowing you well. They are fear based, as evidenced by living…
Continue readingOne of the key indicators of the narcissistic way of life is the persistent effort to remain superior. Narcissists have deemed themselves better than you, and it’s not likely that…
Continue readingDr. Les Carter is joined by Dr. Nadine Macaluso who specializes in treating relationship trauma and C-PTSD. Her personal story was depicted in the movie, The Wolf Of Wall St….
Continue readingNarcissists believe they have life figured out, and you don’t. Of course, such thinking is inaccurate, which means it is a blind spot. Narcissists lack self-awareness, psychological insight, and honesty…
Continue readingBeing Self-first, narcissists approach relationships with one primary goal in mind…establishing dominance and power. They do not possess inner peace and steadiness, so they resort to finding significance by keeping…
Continue readingDr. C welcomes therapist Terri Cole who has worked with many individuals seeking to find appropriate relationship boundaries. She lays out many of the do’s and don’ts of managing boundaries,…
Continue readingHow much you reveal about yourself depends on all sorts of variables. How well do you know the other person? Do you have time to explain what needs to be…
Continue readingAny healthy relationship requires ongoing efforts to coordinate and harmonize. Being a two-way street, relationships thrive as there is a blend of self-restraint and free choice. When narcissists are in…
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