Kristen Breske, LMHC
Do you dread holidays because of the narcissist in your life? Then there is not doubt you have been through the ‘devalue and discard’ game – on multiple occasions – especially during the holiday season (birthdays are no exception). That’s because narcissists are hellbent on destructing and dismantling close relationships and making others feel “less …
A single hostile email, text, or an unkind comment can leave you feeling vulnerable, emotionally overwhelmed, and at the verge of breaking down. You’d either feel too drained to respond, or extremely angry towards the other person. But, what’s the best way to react? Would ignoring the comments or confronting aggressively put an end to …
Individuals suffering from Narcissistic personality disorder often lack a solid sense of self. They harbor an over-inflated ego which feeds on the feelings and emotions of friends, colleagues, and family members so that the narcissist feels admired, adored, affirmed, nurtured, and, in some cases, feared as well. A narcissist, at all times, needs their ego …
It’s a widely known fact that nutrition plays a significant role in a person’s physical health, but you may be unaware of how your diet impacts your emotional state. While most people tend to analyze health by separating brain from the rest of their body, good health refers to your overall well-being from a holistic …
Not everyone has the luxury of being apolitical or desensitized toward the political problems concerning the general population. Matters such as separating migrant children from their parents, denying proper medical treatment to members of the LGBTQ community, and eliminating EPA guidelines aren’t insignificant, especially for those without the privilege of staying unaffected whether one party …
Those on an infertility journey are accompanied by no one else but the silent grief of loss that fills up their whole existence. Even if one tries, there is no avoiding the suffering as you get drowned in the murmurs of “everything would be fine” and “you can always adopt”, while trying your best to …
Being in any relationship with someone who suffers from narcissistic personality disorder can be, without a doubt, an immensely grueling and life draining, experience. A narcissist would rather lose a limb than lose control. They’ll manipulate and lie to get their way, even if it is a bad idea and they know it. A narcissist …
Narcissistic abuse affects over 158 million people in the U.S. alone, and a majority of these narcissists are absolute control freaks. They try to possess and own their partners, friends, children, accomplices, and almost every single person in their lives. Voice your concerns and you’d find yourself trapped in a whirlwind of narcissistic abuse. The …
Are you in a relationship with someone who’s completely narcissistic? Do you suspect they’re cheating on you? They might be! Narcissistic individuals crave constant attention to validate their worth and condone their actions. This is all governed by a very twisted thought process. Narcissistic partners cheat at a much higher rate than many other people. …
As the mandatory COVID-19 lockdowns began and the world launched into a temporary shutdown, mental health issues started escalating while the effects of isolation materialized in the form of elevated stress levels, increased anxiety, and mental breakdowns. Without their daily dose of social interaction, those who were already suffering from eating disorders such as Anorexia …