Is it Possible for Narcissists to Change?
If you are dealing with a lover, family member or close friend who is a narcissist, you may have held out a glimmer of hope that they could improve over time–become less manipulative, self-serving, toxic. But are your hopes misplaced? We crowdsourced this...
Why Do Narcissists Hate the Holidays?
It’s the most wonderful time of the year…unless you’re a narcissist. We asked professionals to weigh in on why narcissists tend to clash with the holiday season. Read on to learn more. Julia Katzman, LMSW Julia Katzman, LMSW, a St. Louis based therapist, researcher,...
Power Thinking When Dealing With Narcissists
One of the most important things when dealing with a narcissist or any difficult person in a negotiation is power thinking. What is equally as important as the external is what is happening between your ears and behind your ears. I always say that 80% of a negotiation...
Divorce Advice for Men
A stereotypical narcissist is a domineering man who intimidates his submissive wife. However, not all narcissists are men; not all victims of abuse are women. Some men experience devastating abuse from female abusers. The people involved in these relationships might...
5 Signs That A Narcissist Is On The Other Side Of That Text Message
In this day and age, so many of our relationships occur virtually. It’s important to keep in mind the types of people we are surrounding ourselves with – even if it’s via the phone or computer. I have compiled a list of 5 signs or red flags to look out for in...
Surviving the Holidays with a Narcissist
If you’re dealing with a narcissist you probably know just how much they love to ruin holidays, birthdays, and any type of special occasion – really. Narcissists are constantly driven by this endless quest for narcissistic supply that they need in order to...
How do I Deal with Narcissistic In-laws—Especially Around the Holidays?
The holidays bring us together—and that can be a mixed bag, especially if your in-laws have narcissistic traits. We asked professionals for their best advice for navigating these choppy relationship waters while staying afloat. Read on for their tips on holiday...
Why Do Narcissists Future-fake?
“I’ll call you later,” he promised.But he never did. Though that scenario could happen for a number of reasons, it can also be a sign of future faking in its simplest form. With future faking, a person promises to deliver on something that you want in the...