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March 15, 2022

What Does “Honoring My Feelings” Mean to a Narcissist?

What does “honoring my feelings” mean to a narcissist or borderline? Short answer: Run for cover! Incoming one-sided, self-serving, emotional bullshit! “I’m just speaking My Truth!” is a variation of “honoring my feelings,” with which you may also be familiar. When a narcissist or borderline declares either, break out the rubber boots and pooper scooper. […]

Filed Under: Abusive relationships, Borderline Personality Disorder, Codependent, Dating, Domestic Violence, Gender differences, Healing, Healthy Boundaries, Healthy Relationships, Personality Disorders, Psychology, Relationship Advice

July 12, 2017

Tipping Points and Breaking Points: The Moment You Know You Must End an Abusive Relationship

If you’re the victim of a narcissist, borderline, psychopath or other abusive personality, you probably understand how toxic and dysfunctional your relationships is, but still can’t transition into ending the relationship and walking away. It’s not unusual and there are many reasons for this. While abuse isn’t a gender issue, as both sexes perpetrate at […]

Filed Under: Abuse, Abusive relationships, Borderline Personality Disorder, Divorce, Gender differences, Gender Issues, Healing, Narcissistic Personality Disorder, Personality Disorders, Physical Abuse, Psychological Abuse

January 16, 2009

The Real Reason Your Wife Doesn’t Want to Work

You’ve used logic, reason, ultimatums, bargaining and begging to no avail. Your wife still won’t go back to work even though the kids are in school full-time. You may ask yourself why she spent time and money on an education only to unempower herself by becoming financially dependent upon you. It’s a valid question. Being […]

Filed Under: Gender differences, Marriage, Moved From Old Website, Relationships Tagged With: dependency, hostile dependency, marriage, men and women, Psychology, relationships

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