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Understanding how common narcissism truly is. With the word 'narcissist' becoming more popular, it’s essential to understand what narcissism is and hope common it actually is. Narcissism is a set pattern of behavior laced with grandiosity, arrogance, low self-esteem, and an overinflated ego.

Breaking down the clear truths of a narcissist. A narcissist may have been diagnosed with a narcissistic personality disorder or someone who displays consistent narcissistic behavior signs. A narcissist has a repeated pattern of manipulative and destructive behavior.

I was fighting a losing battle that I didn’t even know I was apart of. I always felt the narcissist in my life was someone I couldn’t trust. I have known this narcissist for my entire life, literally — they knew me since I was a few days old. Yet, I don’t know who this person truly is.

There's so much more to life than a toxic family. Disclaimer: Although I have personal and professional experience in the mental health field, I am not a licensed mental health professional. The information contained in this article is meant for educational and entertainment purposes only. The contents of this article are not meant to diagnose, treat or cure any disorder.

Understanding how common narcissism truly is. Narcissism is a set pattern of behavior laced with grandiosity, arrogance, low self-esteem, and an overinflated ego. Narcissistic personality disorder is the only disorder that can honestly label someone as a narcissist. Otherwise, people can most certainly have narcissistic traits. This is where people can usually get their wires crossed: are they are narcissists, or do they have narcissistic traits.

Thanks to my narcissist, I've learned how to be a good person. I stand on the other side, still alive through the trying times that my narcissist has put me through. The lies that I had been fed for years were finally coming to an end.

Yes, they do — here’s why. Within the diagnosis of narcissistic personality disorder, grandiosity and an extremely high self-image must be maintained. But how can someone create and keep up with such a facade? Well, it’s simple: theylie.

Knowing the signs of a toxic relationship can help you stay aware. Disclaimer: Although I have personal and professional experience in the mental health field, I am not a licensed mental health professional. The information contained in this article is meant for educational and entertainment purposes only. The contents of this article are not meant to diagnose, treat or cure any disorder.

Breaking down narcissistic personality disorder. Narcissists are a topic that has been flooding media for the past few years. There is a lot of misinformation about what a narcissist truly is. To begin, we have to understand narcissistic personality disorder to truly grasp what a narcissist is.

Breaking apart the specific household types and roles of toxic families. Disclaimer: Although I have personal and professional experience in the mental health field, I am not a licensed mental health professional. The information contained in this article is meant for educational and entertainment purposes only. The contents of this article are not meant to diagnose, treat or cure any disorder.

Breaking down power imbalance, guilt, and motivating factors within manipulation. Manipulation is something that everyone has experienced. We all have encountered one person in our life who manipulates people as a way to get by.

Gaslighting is a form of abuse and it’s very common in unhealthy relationships. According to Psychology Today, “Victims of gaslighting are fed false information that leads them to question what they know to be true. They may end up doubting their memory, their perception, and even their sanity.”

How our upbringing can influence our adult relationships. Disclaimer: Although I have personal and professional experience in the mental health field, I am not a licensed mental health professional. The information contained in this article is meant for educational and entertainment purposes only. The contents of this article are not meant to diagnose, treat or cure any disorder.

If they say love is blind, there is a reason. Many people can’t see their partner’s faults when they’re falling in love with them; or they see those defects, but are unwilling to recognize them. And this is how many toxic relationships develop over time.

Exploring the types of manipulation and why a narcissist may manipulate you. The word narcissist is almost synonymous with the word ‘manipulation.’ There are many misinterpretations of narcissism, so it’s essential to know the signs of narcissists and their overused tactics.

Most couples fight, so if this is something that you have been experiencing lately, you may be wondering if there is a way to save the relationship. What do you have to do to get things back to the way that they were? Is that even possible? Well, though the answer may be different for everyone, there are a few things that you can try to bring down the walls in the relationship and open up the lines of communication.

Building a healthy relationship is not easy. It’s hard. Because it takes two emotionally mature individuals to make it work. It takes two people who already feel complete as individuals and who don’t expect a potential partner to resolve all their problems or to fill a void.

Through smear campaigns, manipulation, and deceit, they were never able to get me. I want to share the story of the narcissist that is in my life, the one I have spoken about plenty before. They have given me an endless supply of stories and lessons. Through these tough and challenging times, I want to share my story so others may understand.

Hey there, it’s me, your little chess piece you tried to destroy. Hey there, it’s me, your little chess piece you tried to destroy. Well look at me, I am alive and well! I’ve had a lot of time to reflect on our relationship.