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November 22, 2020

8 Gaslighting Phrases Predators Use to Drive You Crazy

If you have been in an abusive relationship, it is when you have escaped that you can recognise the signs of abuse. One typical method of abuse is gaslighting. Predators have a repertoire of gaslighting phrases up their sleeves ready to use at a moment’s notice. You might think that it is only people with […]
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Published on November 22, 2020 03:18

November 21, 2020

3 Truly Effective Ways to Find Peace Within Yourself

In the race of becoming rich, we have absolutely forgotten to take care of ourselves. I understand that money means a lot these days. But, do you think that it can buy happiness? Of course not, happiness is something that comes naturally. Being a business owner and motivational speaker, I use to attend several meetings, […]
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Published on November 21, 2020 02:47

November 20, 2020

I’m Co-Parenting with a Narcissist & Here’s What It Is Like

I’m co-parenting with a narcissist. Sometimes it works okay, and sometimes it’s a living hell. Excuse me for my French, but co-parenting with a toxic person can make you curse when you don’t usually use that language. You see, I was married to someone with a narcissistic personality disorder for around 20 years. Living in […]
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Published on November 20, 2020 03:52

November 19, 2020

Trauma Bonding: 9 Signs That You Confuse Abuse for Love

Have you ever wondered why a child desperately craves love and attention from their abusive parent? Or perhaps you always seem to end up in toxic relationships? You may not have come across this term, but, these are signs of trauma bonding.  What Is Trauma Bonding?  Trauma bonding is a kind of learned attachment style […]
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Published on November 19, 2020 02:37

November 16, 2020

‘Why Do I Hate Myself’? 6 Deep-Rooted Reasons

Why do I hate myself? I’ve asked myself this question over and over again. So, I did some deep soul searching to find out. This is what I learned. No matter who you are or what you do in life, you will come to a place of self-hatred. I think it happens to all of […]
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Published on November 16, 2020 04:50

November 13, 2020

4 Signs & Behaviors of Self-Centered People: Are You One?

We’re likely all guilty of being self-centered people from time to time; after all, everything always makes the most sense when it’s in our best interests! However, there’s a big difference between looking after yourself and making proactive efforts to reach your goals – and being permanently selfish to others’ detriment. Remember that occasional self-interest […]
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Published on November 13, 2020 04:03

November 11, 2020

7 Times When Distancing Yourself from Someone Is Necessary

We hear the words ‘social distancing’ over and over again these days. But sometimes the reasons for staying away from people have nothing to do with the threat of a virus like COVID-19. Loved ones are important, but they can be trouble too. Sometimes distancing yourself from these people is necessary because of the way […]
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Published on November 11, 2020 05:31

November 10, 2020

How to Practice Gratitude Meditation When Everything Goes Wrong

Gratitude meditation is a different form of utilizing mindfulness. It’s about being thankful in so many ways for so many things in life. Before you can ever understand how to practice this form of meditation, you must first appreciate gratitude itself. Gratitude, in a nutshell, is thankfulness, but in the bigger picture, it’s more than […]
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Published on November 10, 2020 04:08

November 8, 2020

How to Not Be Awkward with Someone You Just Met: 4 Practical Tips

Learning how to not be awkward is a critical social skill, which most of us learn as children. This applies to any number of situations: Starting school or kindergarten. Meeting new relatives. Making friends at the play park. However, we don’t all have the same personalities. If you are overly introverted or feel shy and […]
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Published on November 08, 2020 06:24

November 7, 2020

7 Signs of Gaslighting Parents: Were You Manipulated As a Child?

Unfortunately, there are all types of parental abuse. As in any kind of relationship, a child can be physically, psychologically, or sexually abused. But being raised by gaslighting parents can lead to all kinds of issues, both during childhood and well into your adult years. So what exactly is gaslighting and how do parents use […]
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Published on November 07, 2020 02:43