Tag Archives for " Narcissistic Abuse "

5 Ways You’ll Feel Destroyed by the “Polyamorous” Narcissist

Wondering how to deal with a “polyamorous” narcissist? You are not alone. Many online blogs and support groups for victims of narcissists have sprouted up over the years, as people have realized

Read More

Easter – The Narcissist’s Spring Wrecking Ball

Oil and water. Toothpaste and orange juice. Easter and narcissists. Some things just do not go together.  If you are of the Christian or Jewish faith or simply enjoy Easter or Passover tradition, it is

Read More

Do You Recognize These Warning Signs of Pursuer-Distancer Relationship Patterns?

Many relationships run into trouble because one partner seeks more closeness while the other seeks more distance. It’s a cycle that psychologists call a pursuer-distancer dynamic.  In spiritual

Read More

7 Types of Pain Directly Linked to Your Emotions

When we feel emotionally balanced, our bodies reflect this positive feeling, too. Positive emotions such as contentment or satisfaction tell our brains to release positive chemicals such as serotonin or

Read More

Awareness and Responsibility: Two Initial Steps to Narcissistic Abuse Recovery

There are two basic steps to recovery from narcissistic abuse, and they are taken both within and after a “romantic” relationship with a personality-disordered partner.  The first step likely

Read More

5 Dark Truths Behind the Dreaded “Discard”

Anyone who knows anything about the phases of a relationship with a narcissistic individual understands, all too well, the dreaded “Discard” stage and the possible reasons why a narcissist leaves you. If

Read More

Why Narcissistic Abuse is so Damaging

Why does narcissistic abuse often affect us so differently than other traumatic events? It goes without saying that all traumatic events are deeply impactful and life-altering.  They knock us into an

Read More

10 Hostile Relationship Deal Breakers: Know When to Walk Away

Starting a new relationship is incredibly exciting. But on the journey to finding the ideal partner, many people end up in abusive relationships. What’s worse – some may end up staying in these abusive

Read More

Five Worst Recommendations for Dealing With a Vulnerable Narcissist

The internet has recently exploded with articles and other material about the vulnerable narcissist.  Reading them, you might come to the conclusion that vulnerable narcissists are sensitive and easily

Read More