Kristen Breske, LMHC
Staying in relationship with a narcissist isn’t easy in any possible way, but is being a narcissist easy? NO! A Narcissist, although apparently selfish, unempathetic and a monster of a person who lives on the pain and emotional suffering of others, actually has an incredibly low self-esteem and a fragile ego. What is Malignant Narcissism? …
Self-absorbed, unempathetic and utterly selfish, narcissists rarely ever mean what they say. They always be focus on trying to control, manipulate, and abuse you either physically, emotionally, or in some cases, even financially. If you’ve been unfortunate enough to end up in a toxic relationship with someone who continuously praises him/herself, is extremely self-righteous, has …
The most horrible thing narcissists do is that they NEVER leave you alone. Whether it’s your narcissist ex, a colleague, or even a self-obsessed friend, they won’t easily let you ‘grey-rock’ your way out of the relationship without constant attempts to lure you back in. They’ll follow you everywhere, trying to ‘hoover’ you back into …
Can’t host parties, dinners, and get-togethers this year? Then what’s your plan for the holidays? Try sending gifts to your loved ones through email or the mail, exchanging greetings on FaceTime, and having dinner together on a virtual table! Holiday Traditions During COVID – How to do it? Let’s face it, holidays this year are …
Are the nights terrifying? Do you have issues falling asleep? Or does your partner wake you up in the middle of the night just because they “had a thought”? Beware! Sleep deprivation can sometimes be the weapon your partner is using to emotionally abuse you. Common Tactics of Sleep Depriving Any health professional agrees that …
Let’s face it, getting bullied and being ostracized doesn’t end with your teenage years, especially if you’re living with a bully at home. If you’ve ever felt targeted by any of your family members, emotionally abused, and intimidated to the level where you’re forced to believe that something’s truly wrong with you, then you know …
The holiday season is in full swing and comes with a lot more than just Christmas songs, sweet treats and joyous family gatherings. It sometimes brings along unwelcome guests, stress, and dark waves of depression. Although this stress is understandable considering the wide list of demands – from shopping for presents, to cooking meals, cleaning …
Narcissists are extremely self-focused individuals, and the scenario doesn’t change much when they become parents. A narcissistic parent would be oblivious to their child’s struggles and feelings. They won’t understand the emotional state of their kids, and often have difficulty accepting the fact that their child may be going through some kind of mental or …
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 …