When faced with someone that resists your boundaries, these strategies may help. Setting boundaries with others is an important life skill. Sometimes we need to set limits on what we’re willing to do for someone else, or how much we’re willing to let someone takes advantage of us or mistreat us. A lack of healthy boundaries can…

Feeling burned out can leave you drained, unmotivated, and overwhelmed — even when you’re doing your best to keep up. Many people experience burnout when daily demands exceed available energy for too long without enough rest or balance. The good news is that resetting your energy doesn’t require drastic changes. Small, intentional self-help practices can…

Holiday Survival Quiz “Navigating Toxic Family Dynamics with Grace & Boundaries” 🎄 Ready to test your boundary skills? The holidays can be a minefield when dealing with toxic family members. This quiz presents 5 common scenarios. Choose how you’d react to see your “Boundary Style.” Begin the Journey Question 1 of 5 Your Boundary Style:…

This time of the year brings a lot of changes to the usual day-to-day life of hundreds of millions of people: The weather is colder, trees are naked, snowy days become plentiful and friendly critters are less visible around the neighborhood. Especially in the Western Hemisphere, this time of the year is also linked to…

In today’s age of self-help and personal growth, therapy speaks become ubiquitous in our daily conversations. From “setting boundaries” to “self-care,” these buzzwords have permeated our language and culture. While the intention behind using these terms is to promote mental well-being and improve our relationships, some experts argue that therapy speak is doing more harm…

If you have a narcissist in your life whom you cannot completely cut off, choosing the right strategy to protect yourself is essential. No contact and gray rock are two of the most effective techniques for managing interactions with a narcissist, but which one is best for you? Let’s explore both approaches so you can…

A narcissist is characterized by an excessive sense of self-importance and a profound lack of empathy for others, often craving admiration and believing in their uniqueness. While narcissism can manifest as a trait or a full-blown personality disorder, the secretive narcissist stands out as particularly elusive. This type of narcissist excels at concealing their true nature and adeptly manipulating those around them. Despite…

In today’s digitally connected world, social media platforms have become assertive communication, self-expression, and connection tools. However, like any tool, they can be misused for harmful purposes, as demonstrated by narcissists who engage in smear campaigns to tarnish the reputation and credibility of their targets. The Narcissistic Smear Campaign Unveiled A narcissistic smear campaign is…

What to say when the people in your life do not understand narcissism? KEY POINTS: Many people who have suffered narcissistic abuse at the hands of a mate have a very difficult time explaining their situation to people who have never experienced anything like it. They are usually asked some form of the following questions: Everyone will…