Inevitably, when you have ongoing interactions with a narcissist, you learn that these individuals do not operate with positive intentions toward you. So should you fear the narcissist? Dr. Les…
Continue readingEvery person is going to have lapses in judgment. No one is immune to making mistakes, or being insensitive. It’s part of being human. Healthy individuals are conscientious enough to…
Continue readingNarcissism is identified by selfishness, the need for control, a feeling of superiority, a lack of empathy, and manipulative behaviors. So, as you attempt to understand it fully, you may…
Continue readingWouldn’t it be nice to tell a narcissist to just go away and leave you alone? You want nothing to do with their toxicity, so “out of sight, out of…
Continue readingOn the far end of the narcissistic spectrum is the Malignant Narcissist. These people have the traits we know to be common among narcissists, but in exaggerated extremes. Dr. Les…
Continue readingAs part of their desire to control and manipulate, narcissists like to see you become emotionally disjointed and flustered. When you are openly agitated or tense or argumentative, they think:…
Continue readingLet’s underscore that human development does not cease once a person exits childhood. Developmental psychologists know that personality and psycho-social skills continue to evolve deep into the adult years. With…
Continue readingAt its best, the desire to be in control can lead to qualities like reliability, responsibility, organization, and completion of tasks. But when narcissists attempt to be in control, their…
Continue readingA mark of emotional intelligence is the capacity to tease and act playfully in ways that create bonding and inclusion. Friendly banter can convey affection and approachability. At its best,…
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