When it comes to narcissists and empaths getting into a relationship…well, let’s just say that’s a recipe for disaster, And often, there’s a whole lot more than meets the eye. Let’s look at the fascinating (and sometimes unsettling) reasons these two personality types can’t seem to stay away from each other. 1. The cycle of…
Firm parents—the ones who always made sure you did your homework before watching TV, who had you home by curfew, and who weren’t afraid to say “no” when everyone else’s parents were saying “yes.” If you grew up with this type, you probably had your fair share of eye-rolling moments and “But Mo-om!” protests. But,…
We’ve all encountered people who seem to have a perpetually bad attitude. You know the ones—always ready with a snarky comment, constantly complaining, or just plain difficult to be around. But here’s the thing: sometimes what looks like a bad attitude might actually be signs of a deeper issue…a personality disorder. Understanding these signs can…
Growing up without money isn’t easy, but it can shape you in ways that are kind of amazing. The challenges you may have faced in childhood often give you the resilience and skills that help you later in life. Seriously, according to Nasdaq growing up poor can make you rich in life. Let’s look at…
Respect is so central to happy, healthy, fulfilling relationships that Aretha Franklin was singing about it all the way back in 1967. Without it, there’s no way you can trust the other person to treat you with courtesy and consideration, and there’s every chance that they’ll cross your boundaries and end up treating you like…
We all want to project an air of confidence when walking through the world, but sometimes in an effort to come off as super self-assured, we end up exposing our deepest insecurities. If you’re doing any of these things, you’re showing people just how riddled with self-doubt you really are beneath the surface. 1. Bragging…
We never deserve to be the brunt of passive-aggressive behavior, especially because we owe it to each other to be both honest and respectful. But when others cross those boundaries and resort to this kind of petulance, it’s important to have responses to shut it down (no matter if it stems from anger or something…
Your memories of being a kid can often be tinged with nostalgia, making it difficult to recognize if your childhood was as happy as you remember. While you can consider yourself lucky if you didn’t experience abuse, neglect, or other traumas, if you recognize any of the following signs, your childhood probably wasn’t as idyllic…
According to Verywell Mind, gaslighting is one of the most manipulative behaviors in the book, aimed at making you feel crazy for having feelings, feel bad for calling the person out on their bad behavior, or doubt your own ability to remember things properly. It’s total BS, and the next time you realize someone is…
If you’ve ever met someone who was horrible at talking about the weather and great at opining about the universe, then you probably met a deep thinker. Let’s get into the traits that typically define these contemplative souls. 1. Insatiable curiosity These people have an endless appetite for knowledge. They’re not satisfied with surface-level information…
