“I was diagnosed with cancer and my relationship fell into the Pursuer/Distancer dynamic. I needed more and more support, care, and demonstration …
Guest Author Sam Vaknin writes: The narcissist regards his disabled or challenged child as an insult, a direct challenge to his self-perceived …
Preserve the narcissist’s self-image. A true narcissist suffering from narcissistic personality disorder is predominantly concerned with his or her image and lacks …
Guest Author Sam Vaknin writes: When narcissists fall victim to chronic or acute diseases, or survive a traffic accident, they react in …
GUEST AUTHOR Sam Vaknin writes: Abusers appear to be suffering from dissociation (multiple personality). At home, they are intimidating and suffocating monsters; …
GUEST AUTHOR Sam Vaknin writes: Contrary to misinformation spread by “experts” online, covert narcissists are not cunning and manipulative. Classic narcissists are: …
Click on the picture below to watch the short video: To sustain a passionate, fulfilling relationship, a couple has to balance two …
Learning to lie Often children of overbearing, controlling or critical parents learn to hide their true feelings and intentions. They put on …
“Alison, I don’t seem to be able to break the habit of contacting my ex fiancé even though he had several online …
Guest Author Sam Vaknin writes: Positive feelings (about oneself or pertaining to one’s accomplishments, assets, etc.) are never gained merely through conscious …
He is clearly telling you that he is not in love with you, while at the same time keeping his options open. …
Guest Author Sam Vaknin writes: The narcissist is cursed – or blessed – with mental X-ray vision. He sees through people’s emotional …