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Projection, passive-aggressive punishment, and more. Jealousy is a normal and human emotion. How a person acts on it, though, may lead to problems. A person who recognizes and seeks to understand jealousy may articulate it and access reassurance constructively. Defending against the unpleasant emotion by projecting, acting out vindictively, or controlling a partner might be […]
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1. “I was only joking.” I frequently encounter the phrase, “I was only joking,” used to excuse hurtful or unacceptable behavior. People often say mean things or engage in unkind actions, then brush it off as a joke. This tactic is manipulative and can make others feel like they’re overreacting for expressing their feelings, whether
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Understanding Situational Awareness Definition of Situational Awareness Situational awareness is the ability to perceive and understand the elements in your environment, comprehend their meaning, and anticipate how they might change. It’s about being fully aware of what’s happening around you, rather than just going through the motions. For example, someone walking in a crowded market
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Not all strong emotional responses are trigger reactions. If you receive news about the sudden death of a friend or relative, it is sane and sensitive to react with shock and grief. Your body experiences an automatic change in heart rate, breathing, pulse, brain synapses. This is not something to be avoided, nor is it healthy
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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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How to Build Self-Esteem: A Comprehensive Guide Building self-esteem is a journey that requires commitment and practice. In this guide, I will walk you through practical steps and strategies to help you develop a healthier self-image and boost your confidence. Understanding Self-Esteem Before diving into the steps, it’s essential to understand what self-esteem is.
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. Demand less. Key points Everyone’s relationship can use a boost. Knowing strategies to fix problems or prevent them is important. You can “do more” by working on the relationship or “demand less” by focusing on managing expectations. You can better appreciate what you have by focusing on the positives and what works well.
Three Simple Ways to Improve Any Relationship By Gary W. Lewandowski Jr. Ph.D. Read More »
Warning – offensive words appear in this document. The Men Who Call Women “W*)*(*** Words hold more power than we often realize. While it may seem harmless to use terms like “slut,” “bitch,” or “whore,” such disrespectful language can significantly impact how women perceive themselves and can lead to serious consequences. Men, in particular, should
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Why Do Narcissists Discard their Own Children? It often comes as a shock to people who have children with pathological narcissists how easily some of them abandon their children. Many narcissistic parents have an emotionally immature worldview. They see the world in terms of “good” or “bad”, “black” and “white”, “wrong” or “right.” Unfortunately, this
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Jealousy is an emotion that very commonly creates discord and strife in romantic relationships. While the impact this emotion has on a relationship can vary, it’s usually damaging and generally leads to some level of disconnection. Jealousy can be insidious, as it can start off with one partner feeling mildly concerned over a threat to their
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