Narcissists may manipulate through observation and charm, creating a false sense of bonding. These relationships have distinct phases, often involving a gradual, potentially traumatizing end. Understanding these phases aids in healing and setting boundaries. Relationships with individuals who exhibit narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) present a series of dynamics that can...

The Phases of a Narcissistic Relationship

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Narcissists thrive on what psychologists call "narcissistic supply." This concept refers to the attention, admiration, and validation that narcissists constantly seek to feed their inflated self-image.

Understanding Narcissistic Supply: How Narcissists Select Their Targets

In relationships, it’s important to recognize the limitations of a narcissist. Understanding what they are incapable of can save you from emotional turmoil and help you set realistic expectations.

Things a Narcissist Will Absolutely Not Do: Understanding Their Limitations

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Som Dutt

Have you been in a situation where your emotional state is like a pendulum oblivious to its direction? If yes, you might be the victim of the manipulative antiques of a narcissist. These martial artists use the techniques of gaslighting to a T, that is, they misuse your feelings, make you unsure, and question reality.�

Emotional Rollercoaster: How Narcissists Manipulate Your Feelings?

When you're entangled in a relationship with a narcissist, the dynamics often shift from initial charm and admiration to insidious devaluation. This phase can leave you questioning your worth and sanity.

Deceptive Things Narcissists Say to Manipulate You During Devaluation

Over the years I’ve found that marriage takes more than our “good intentions;” marriage takes consistent, clear, and copious amounts of communication!. So many time arguments, disconnection, and marital strife is not due to a lack of well-intended efforts on each party. These issues more often happen because we stop being able to clearly articulate our feelings and needs.

5 Ways Husbands Make Wives Feel Unloved without Knowing It

Narcissists and otherwise manipulative, toxic people can be of any gender, and female narcissists and psychopaths certainly exist. However, women in general tend to be more socialized to seek out romantic relationships at the expense of their own well-being, taught to value relationship status over their own mental health, which is why they usually need to deprogram harmful beliefs before pursuing a healthy partner. Women in the dating world who seek relationships are also often told to settle for less. What they aren’t told is the overwhelming research that indicates that being in toxic relationships and marriages does not benefit them and that they would be better off single than settling. Studies indicate that women tend to fare worse in marriage than men likely due to societal expectations and more emotional and domestic labor being thrust upon them. That is why it is more important than ever to be selective in your choice of a long-term partner, whether it’s a boyfriend or husband. Here are five high-quality traits you should look for in a partner if you do eventually want to settle down but aren’t interested in settling for a toxic relationship.

Stay Single Until You Find A Boyfriend With These 5 High-Value Traits (And Avoid Narcissists)

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Narcissistic Personality Disorder is one of the most challenging Cluster B disorders to diagnose and treat. Built on several factors — including trauma, genetics, neurobiology, and environment — true narcissists are chameleons who learn to adapt and to shift with their environments. Their manipulations are subtle, and their emotional responses are swift. When a narcissist is intent on getting you, they can turn on irresistible charm.

The Best Way to Talk to a Narcissist About Their Bad Behavior

In a previous article, I discussed what women with emotional mastery tend to do in dating and relationships that draw in high-quality partners. But how do people in general behave when they have emotional mastery, and how does it differ from the ways dark personalities behave in relationships?. Project their...

People With Emotional Mastery Never Do These 5 Things in Relationships (But Narcissists Do)

Loving a narcissist can feel like riding a rollercoaster. At first, the highs seem worth the ride. You might feel flattered, valued, and cherished as they shower you with attention.

The Financial and Emotional Implications of Loving a Narcissist

Navigating the complexities of a narcissist's mind can feel like entering a labyrinth. I have seen the impact of narcissistic behavior on relationships, self-worth, and mental health.

Inside the Mind of a Narcissist: Their Deeply Guarded Secrets

Loving a narcissist often feels like chasing an elusive dream. You see flashes of potential, moments of charm, and glimpses of the person they could be. But these moments are fleeting, often overshadowed by a reality that's much more complex.

Desire for Change: What You Wish for When Loving a Narcissist

Previously, I wrote about the red flags you may be dealing with a female psychopath and how female psychopaths target their victims. But how do male psychopaths operate, and what kind of traits and behaviors do they seek in a potential romantic partner? Here are the four surprising traits psychopaths look for in women. Keep in mind that if you were targeted by a psychopathic person, it was not your fault, as they can use both your strengths and your vulnerabilities against you.

Psychopaths Look For Women With These 4 Surprising Traits In Romantic Relationships

Have you ever found yourself thinking, “I hate my partner?”. This startling thought can shock you, especially if it comes out of nowhere. But is it truly hate, or could it be intense frustration or disappointment bubbling to the surface?. Understanding these feelings is crucial in navigating the complexities...

12 Helpful Tips for When You Hate Your Partner

When we expect our partners to change, we set ourselves up for disappointment and resentment. Acceptance in a relationship also involves self-awareness and growth. Embracing acceptance over expectation can transform relationships. As you read this, countless relationship partners are either thinking or complaining to others about things they wish their...

The Biggest Mistake We Make in Our Intimate Relationships

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We often think that looks, charisma, or a magnetic personality are the key ingredients to making others fall for us. But the qualities that truly captivate people often go unnoticed. These are the traits that, while not as flashy or immediately obvious, leave a lasting impression and make others genuinely adore you.

The 5 Charming Traits That Make People Secretly Adore You

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Life doesn't end at 50, and we enjoy greater longevity than ever before. Those who find themselves alone will naturally seek companionship. However, a less committed type of relationship is growing in popularity.

Love Relationships After 50: Situationships on the Rise

A group of Norwegian researchers recently examined the validity of the Emotional Promiscuity Scale, a popular measure of emophilia, on a Scandinavian population. Emophilia is a psychological trait that describes how easily and how often a person falls in love. The study, published in Frontiers in Psychology, found that individuals with high emophilia tend to have more romantic relationships and higher instances of unfaithfulness.

Emophilia is a distinct psychological trait and linked to infidelity

Narcissism, while sharing core traits regardless of gender, manifests differently in males and females due to societal expectations and gender norms. Understanding these differences helps in recognizing and dealing with narcissistic behavior in both genders.

How Narcissistic Men and Women Manipulate Differently

Intuitive judgments jeopardize friendships, leading to misunderstandings and conflicts. Gut feelings in hiring perpetuate biases, hindering fair practices and damaging workplaces. Trusting initial gut feelings can lead to mismatches and high divorce rates, challenging compatibility. Mitigating cognitive biases improves personal and professional decision-making outcomes. We are often advised to go...

The Perils of Trusting Our Gut in Relationships

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11 Common Traits of an Empathic Narcissist & How to Cope

Imagine someone who comforts you when you’re down, only to later dismiss your concerns as trivial. This person is an empathetic narcissist—a complex blend of self-absorption...

11 Common Traits of an Empathic Narcissist & How to Cope

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