It’s one thing for narcissistic people to be selfish or contrarian.  Frankly, each of us has moments when we enter that space.  Healthy people know how to contain selfish instincts,…

Narcissists live inside a fantasy script, written by and starring themselves.  Pushing uncomfortable realities aside, they cling to idealistic notions that promise them control, entitlement, admiration, and superiority.  In their…

Not every person with strong narcissistic traits is overtly abusive, given the fact that is a pattern on a spectrum.  But the further down the spectrum that person is, the…

Given a narcissist’s penchant for control and entitlement, if you are connected to such a person, it’s a virtual guarantee that you will be accused and criticized.  It comes with…

When you are in an ongoing relationship with a narcissistic person, you will eventually experience an inconsistency between their external and internal messages.  While they may appear decent or reasonable,…

Healthy people approach relationships with an emphasis on mutuality.  They want personal exchanges to be beneficial for them, while also recognizing that others desire the same.  This leads to the…

When we focus on the impacts of a trauma bond, we commonly (and rightly) give attention to the one receiving the abuse.  But in order to find fuller healing, we…

There is no debate that a life of rewarding connections is better than that of stark aloneness.  That’s why traits like love, respect, and encouragement are so vital.  And at…

When you are around narcissists, it’s only a matter of time before their frustrating traits emerge.  Led by selfishness and a need for control, they become stubborn, unwilling to receive…