One thing that I have learned along this journey is that there are many popular self-help teachings that on the surface seem to make sense and be helpful, but are actually disempowering and manipulative. These teachings lead people to inaction, keep them dependent on their teachers, and prevent people from creating the life they desire. […]
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Low self-esteem is like driving through life with your hand-break on Maxwell Maltz If you’re reading this, you probably want to find out if you have low self-esteem, right ? Ok, cool. Now, before you read any further, here’s what self-esteem actually means so you can avoid any kind of confusion. This is the definition by
Today we are looking at 7 common bad habits that ruin your life and distort reality. These habits can be very damaging to not only your sense of self-esteem but also how you view your world, the opportunities you pursue and how you allow yourself to grow and have success. So let’s look at these
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I feel like something is missing, but I don’t know what it is. I have everything. The husband, the kids, the house, the car, even the job I don’t hate. So why don’t I feel at peace with my life? I feel guilty for “having it all,” and still not being fulfilled. Am I being
We need to break free from this ‘cult of perfect’ we’ve somehow created and that’s where Dr Brené Brown comes in. Brené Brown studies vulnerability, courage, authenticity, and shame. She is not only a research professor at the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work but her groundbreaking research on the impact of shame on
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Understanding the effects of a low self-esteem begins with understanding self-esteem itself. What is it? Why is it so important? And why can its lacking be so damaging? At the most basic level, self-esteem is the way you think about yourself. It is the confidence and opinion you have of yourself. Essentially, it is self-respect. When
There’s a lot of controversy around the topic of self-improvement. We see a lot of people criticising the self-improvement community and telling people that it’s bullshit, and it doesn’t surprise us at all. Why? Because I can see why they are saying that. Most of the self-improvement content that is out there always sounds like
Narcissistic Personality Disorder is nothing to take lightly. Nor is it a label to lightly put on someone you think is arrogant. Though people who pass for normal have Narcissistic Personality Disorder, it’s a very serious mental illness. The warped thinking is so ingrained and stubborn that the mental health profession has had little success
People that have Narcissist Personality Disorder (NPD) are actually pretty common and can be found in all different paths throughout your life. There will more than likely come a time when you find yourself working with or living with a narcissist. Whether it is a sibling, parent, or spouse you many not have the ability
There’s a lot of talk about “self-care” these days. Usually, it’s on social media and accompanied by a pic of a bubble bath, or an extra foamy latte, or a shopping splurge. But the truth is – that’s not self-care. That’s self-indulgence. And don’t get me wrong, there’s nothing wrong with a little self-indulgence from
“I was married to a Narcissist for 16 years. It’s the closest thing there is to HELL ON EARTH.” Narcissistic Personality Disorder An all-pervasive pattern of grandiosity (in fantasy or behaviour), need for admiration or adulation and lack of empathy, usually beginning by early adulthood and present in various contexts. Five (or more) of the following
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Here are 15 quotes that will open your eyes about narcissism. 1. To forgive is never to forget. But to remember is not necessarily to re-experience. 2. Pathological narcissism is a life-long pattern of traits and behaviours which signify infatuation and obsession with one’s self to the exclusion of all others and the egotistic and
Divorcing a narcissist can feel like you’re waging a never-ending battle. Your ex’s aggressive, manipulative behavior may wear you down emotionally so that you react impulsively and make important decisions without thinking clearly. Knowing the common mistakes people make when divorcing a narcissist can help you avoid pitfalls and navigate the marital dissolution process as smoothly
First, this is a process and it takes time and active effort on one’s part to overcome it. There just is not a quick fix because there needs to be a complete unspooling of you, first, in order to understand what happened so it doesn’t happen to you again with the same narcissist or others.
Divorcing a narcissist is far more challenging than divorcing a “regular person.” Are you locked in a battle with a combative ex? Here are some important tips and tools you can use to keep conflict in your divorce to a minimum. Why is divorcing a narcissist so difficult? The Narcissist’s core personality traits – lack of
One of the most overwhelming things about going through a divorce is trying to wade through all the information about how to do it the “right” way and decide what’s right for you. Well-meaning friends and family may give you advice that tends to apply to someone with a reasonable ex. But what if you don’t have
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Did your own divorce catch you completely off guard? You might not have your life playing out before a global audience on Netflix, but here are some “first steps” you can take to get you through the immediate aftermath and onward towards a better future. Here are the first 7 steps to you should take after
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This ultimate guide explains personality disorders, including possible causes and how you can access treatment and support. Includes tips for helping yourself and guidance for friends and family. What are personality disorders? Our personality is the collection of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that makes each of us the individuals we are. We don’t always think,
Narcissism is a personality trait characterized by an inflated sense of self-importance, a constant need for admiration, and a lack of empathy. While many are familiar with the classic narcissist, there exists a subtler yet equally problematic variant – the White Knight Narcissist. “White Knight Narcissist” is a term for someone with a Narcissistic Personality
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The children of Narcissistic parents who develop personality disorders (and not all do) generally become either Narcissistic or Schizoid. A few develop Borderline Personality Disorder. A lot depends on how abusive the parents are and whether they share their Narcissistic supplies with their children or only devalue and abuse them. In my experience, here are
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Imagine this. Tonight, since you’re home alone, you decided that you were going to prepare yourself pasta, and you decide to make everything that you will eat yourself, so you get out some tomatoes to make some marinara sauce. You clean the tomatoes, taking them out of the water, and you take out the knife
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Up to 50% of the world has sleep disorders, and about 80% of people who suffer from PTSD have difficulty falling and/or staying asleep. There are many different causes of PTSD And Insomnia, but some of the most frequent sources of sleeplessness are: Interrupted and waking up frequently during the night, due to night terrors,
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Most people fail in life Not because they are not trying.. But because they are are unwilling to expand their minds. Taking action separates the winners from the non-winners… Reading an motivational book will help you to interpret yourself more positively. When you read a motivational book, you get inspired to take positive actions. I have made a list
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People who suffer with PTSD often isolate themselves. The way family, friends, co-workers and strangers respond to their behaviors can contribute to further seclusion. Trauma victims turn down offers to socialize for a variety of reasons. Mostly, they are emotionally and physically exhausted. Just about everything seems annoying and frustrating. Rejection can become frustrating and
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1. Never seek happiness from other people. You will never be happy in life if you do, knowing the fact that you are your own master and you hold your own happiness. 2. Never depend into people for anything. You will always be let down. 3. Never hold your expectations high for anything. Just be
