How the Narcissist Lures Prey

How the Narcissist Lures Prey

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 …

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How to Put an End to a Narcissist Holiday Stalker

Narcissist Holiday Stalker

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 …

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Groomed for Abuse by a Narcissistic Parent

Groomed for Abuse by a Narcissistic Parent

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 …

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Narcissists, Holidays, and Predictable Seasonal Theatrics?

Narcissists, Holidays and Predictable Seasonal Theatrics?

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 …

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BIFF: Handling the Narcissist

BIFF: Handling the Narcissist

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 …

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Narcissists and Their Hoovering Tactics

Narcissists and Their Hoovering Tactics

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 …

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Grey Rock Your Way Out!

Grey Rock Your Way Out!

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 …

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Green With Envy

Understanding the Feelings of Jealousy in Narcissists

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 …

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What are Flying Monkeys? Why Do Narcissists Use Them?

What are Flying Monkeys? Why Do Narcissists Use Them?

Is there a narcissistic Wicked Witch in your life? Beware! She may have her own “flying monkeys” as well. A term coined from the popular movie “The Wizard of Oz”, flying monkey refers to someone who orbits around a narcissist, obeying their orders and doing all the dirty work for them. These people are somewhat …

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Borderline or Narcissist – What’s the Difference?

Borderline or Narcissist – What’s the Difference?

Borderline personality disorder and narcissism often go unidentified until someone you know is diagnosed. Suddenly you begin to realize, why things are the way they are. Narcissists, and those with a borderline personality disorder, both inflict abuse on others that’s mostly emotional and sometimes physical. Individuals with these personality disorders are really difficult to deal …

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