Relationships

Coping With and Responding to a Covert Narcissist in Your Life

So you’ve identified the covert narcissist in your life. The passive-aggressive comments, guilt-tripping, and underhanded manipulation make your skin crawl. You’ve had enough—but how do you deal with someone who thinks they’re always right and feels entitled to exploit you? Coping with a covert narcissist requires strategy. We’ll provide expert-backed communication tactics, boundary-setting advice, and […]

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The Relationship Impacts of Dealing With a Covert Narcissist

Ever feel drained after spending time with a particular “high-maintenance” friend or family member? Do your romantic relationships start golden, then slowly turn dysfunctional? You may be dealing with a covert narcissist. Unlike overt narcissists, covert narcissists fly under the radar with manipulation and entitlement. But don’t be fooled – their toll on relationships and

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Signs of Covert Narcissism: 9 Traits To Watch Out For

So, your partner seems sensitive, anxious, and withdrawn. Your sibling makes self-deprecating remarks but gets defensive at the slightest criticism. Your friend acts shy in public but has fantasies of fame and fortune. What gives? You may be dealing with a covert narcissist. Unlike the loud, arrogant, me-first narcissist of famous depiction, covert narcissist tends to keep their sense

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Avoidant Attachment Style: What It Is, Causes + Prevention

Do you or someone you love struggle with intimacy in relationships? Do you feel more comfortable relying only on yourself rather than opening up to others? If so, you may have an avoidant attachment style. Let’s back up a minute – what does attachment style even mean? According to attachment theory, the bonds we form with our caregivers as infants shape

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Building Bridges: Mastering the Art of Communication in Relationships

Communication serves as the foundation of any healthy relationship. Positive communication enables partners to share feelings, understand each other, and handle conflict constructively. On the other hand, frequent miscommunications or lack of communication can breed resentment, distance, and dysfunction in relationships. That’s why actively improving communication skills is so critical. This comprehensive guide will provide tips and techniques to enhance communication between romantic

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What is Ghosting? Navigating the Ghosting Phenomenon: The Silent Disappearance

Imagine a scenario where you have been engaging in pleasant conversation with someone on an online dating platform, and the connection appears to be progressing favourably. Suddenly, they vanish and disappear without a trace – welcome to the Ghosting Dating Phenomenon. Ghosting has become an unfortunately regular occurrence in the digital age, leaving those affected

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Permissive Parenting: A Comprehensive Guide

In the vast landscape of parenting styles, “Permissive Parenting” stands out as a unique approach. This style, characterized by high warmth and low demands, has sparked numerous discussions among parents and experts alike. Understanding Permissive Parents Low demands and high responsiveness characterize permissive or indulgent parenting. Parents who follow this style are typically nurturing and

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Trust Issues Unravelled: A Deep Dive into Understanding, Overcoming and Building Trust

In the grand tapestry of human experiences, trust is a crucial thread that interweaves our relationships, shaping the fabric of our interactions. But what happens when that trust is frayed or entirely severed? Trust issues, unfortunately, can cast long shadows over our connections, often born from past traumas or experiences that have left indelible marks

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