Why people gossip and how to avoid it Gossip is an unconstrained and often derogatory conversation about other people and can involve betraying confidence and spreading sensitive information or hurtful judgments. Research shows that people who gossip the most have very high levels of anxiety. They are generally not particularly popular because they cannot be […]
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Four Ways to Calm Your Mind in Stressful Times Life throws chaos at us on a regular basis—whether it’s our finances, our relationships, or our health. In the work world, around 50 percent of people are burned out in industries like health care, banking, and nonprofits, and employers spend $300 billion per year on workplace-related
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Build it to last 100 years; be ready to leave tomorrow. In this pairing I find that I’m fearing About when we’ll start breaking and tearing Oh don’t you dear, leave me, Too soon, it would grieve me Or too late if you start to get wearing. Ambigamy is not what you think, or
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The Covert Narcissists Hooks: Flattery, Fantasy and Poor Me Syndrome The covert narcissist’s hooks won’t catch everyone, but they’re likely to entrap co-dependent and empathic personality types almost 100% of the time. The covert narcissist differs in some ways from their louder counterpart – the covert narcissist, who is easier to spot with their strong
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Narcissism: why it’s less obvious in women than in men – but can be just as dangerous By Dr Ava Green and Dr Claire Hart The term narcissism may conjure up images of chest-pumping, arrogant, male self-promoters. The personality trait – with its hallmark features of overt grandiosity, assertiveness and superiority – is, in fact,
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“I mourn the idea of a close family, but I did this for my own sanity.” Family members may choose no contact due to abuse, neglect, mental illness, or drug and alcohol use. When choosing no contact, it may be necessary to take certain measures for protection. Relatives may press a child to leave
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Nonconformity: When “Fun Facts” Are Red Flags Key points After an act of violence, initially “interesting” facts can seem ominous in retrospect. People often reveal red flags by engaging in risky behavior. Another red flag: Rebellious individuals who refuse to conform to societal norms or laws. For many people, modern living involves a desire for
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To many, New Year’s Day represents the possibility for beginning anew. Of late, individuals are welcoming the start of another year with a resolution to practice mindfulness, a type of meditation. Many believe mindfulness will help them relax, lessen stress and anxiety, reduce chronic pain and generally improve the quality of their lives – and the research bears this out.
When stress and tension are starting to mount, taking short breaks and deep breaths can help clear your mind. AaronAmat/iStock / Getty Images Plus The holidays and your brain – a neuroscientist explains how to identify and manage your emotions Published: December 8, 2023 8:35am EST Just as the shift to shorter days and colder weather
Find out how to identify and confront projection and stop abuse. Source: Prazis-Images-AdobeStock_173778047 Projection is a defense mechanism commonly used by abusers, including people with narcissistic or borderline personality disorder and addicts. Basically, they’re saying, “It’s not me, it’s you!” When we project, we are defending ourselves against unconscious impulses or traits, either positive or negative, that we’ve denied in ourselves. Instead, we
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