One thing about narcissists can be said with certainty: What you see on the outside does not accurately reflect what they carry inside. Living to create self-flattering impressions, narcissists are…
Continue readingMorality is a necessary ingredient for those seeking to blend well with others. In general, we each need a fundamental appreciation of right versus wrong. As we ground ourselves in…
Continue readingIt’s not at all unusual for relationships to draw to an end, for various reasons. Sometimes people simply move away, change jobs, or develop separate priorities. Other times, the relationship…
Continue readingHealthy relationships are grounded in honesty, reliability, authenticity, availability, and more. In contrast, narcissism is grounded in selfishness, entitlement, scheming, secrecy, and haughtiness. Narcissists, especially of the covert variety, want…
Continue readingBeing with narcissists presents its own set of challenges. In general, narcissists are both calculating and moody, making it difficult to coordinate engagements. Being strongly controlling, they can be stubborn…
Continue readingAs narcissists relate with you, their starting point can be summarized: “I’m right, which means you’re wrong.” Commonly, they project an overly confident, arrogant demeanor. They truly think of themselves…
Continue readingSome people cannot be pleased. Some people are easily and openly agitated. Some people assume you are supposed to cater to their idiosyncrasies, and when you don’t, it triggers their…
Continue readingIdeally, you would like to approach relationships with openness and honesty leading the way. But how many times have you reconsidered openness and honesty with a narcissist? You have probably…
Continue readingAs you seek the wisest ways to respond to a narcissist, it’s necessary to recognize their starting point with. Especially when there is conflict, the narcissist’s default mindset is: “I…
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