Narcissism is a complex personality trait that exists on a biiiiiig spectrum. While many of us are familiar with the grandiose, attention-seeking behavior of overt narcissists, there’s another, less obvious form: the collapsed narcissist. When a narcissist’s carefully constructed facade crumbles, they enter a state known as narcissistic collapse, according to Psychology Today. This can…
We get it: with all of the adult responsibilities we have to take care of, it’s easy to let important conversations slip by. But for a marriage to thrive, open and honest communication is key. Here are some extremely important talks every man should have with his wife to ensure they’re on the same page…
Emotional strength isn’t about being tough or suppressing your feelings. It’s about resilience, self-awareness, and the ability to navigate life’s ups and downs with grace. But how do you know if you’re making progress? Let’s look at some signs that show you are. 1. You’re Not Reacting, You’re Responding Remember when the slightest provocation would…
Drama and chaos are fun when you’re young, but once you become an adult with a bit more emotional maturity, you realize how draining and damaging it truly is. When you get to that point, you start changing the way you live to keep things on a more even keel. That’s why drama-free people tend…
We’ve all felt a bit less than intelligent before, especially when faced with a super smart person or a subject you’re just not all that up on. However, there’s no reason to feel like a dunce simply because you don’t know everything. Chances are you’re actually a lot smarter than you give yourself credit for,…
Not everyone you meet has your best interests at heart. Some people seem like they’re the perfect partner or friend until you get to know them a bit better. They might be downright sinister, which is scary. It’s time to protect yourself. Here are 16 signs that the person you’ve welcomed into your life is…
A lot of men find the idea of settling down into a quiet, routine life to be unappealing and downright stifling. They crave more excitement in life because they know there’s a big world out there just ready to be experienced and explored. Guys like this tend to have a lot of other qualities that…
As someone who has a constant stream of sarcastic commentary running through my brain, I get just how hard it is not to spew that out in casual conversation. However, I thankfully have the self-control and maturity to know doing that isn’t helpful or warranted, so I know how to zip my lips. Sadly, some…
We all carry our past with us, but for those who’ve experienced childhood trauma, that baggage can be particularly heavy. What many don’t realize is how deeply these early experiences can shape our adult relationships. It’s time to chat about the unexpected ways your childhood trauma might be influencing your connections with others. 1. You…
You know that person who’s always smiling, never says a bad word about anyone, and goes out of their way to help others? That’s just a nice person, right? Maybe—but what if that ultra-nice exterior is hiding something much darker? Let’s look into some reasons why people who appear “too nice” might be concealing deep,…
