Photo by Andrew Neel on Unsplash One thing you will definitely do after you’ve left a toxic relationship is to try to keep yourself busy by either immersing yourself in work, engaging in various activities, or surrounding yourself with friends and…
Photo by Alex Bertha on Unsplash In today’s digital age, the concept of self-care has taken on a new dimension, with a significant emphasis on social media platforms, particularly Instagram. What was once a private and personal practice has now become…
Photo by Womanizer Toys on Unsplash “I swear I will never go back to them after all they’ve done to me” or “I swear I will not pick up their calls again” are just some of the statements you might firmly…
Photo by Dollar Gill on Unsplash “A toxic relationship begins when someone disrespects or constantly violates your boundaries.” One common early sign that the relationship will be toxic is if you’re dealing with someone who totally disregards or disrespects your boundaries.…
What are some of the early signs that you are about to jump into a toxic relationship? Sometimes the logical steps of understanding if a relationship may become toxic may save you from the heartache or the feeling of investment…
Photo by Claudia Wolff on Unsplash In an abusive relationship, some people may wonder if doing everything the abuser wants, even if it involves illegal actions, will make them stop the abuse and become friendly. When stuck in an abusive relationship,…
Photo by Wesley Tingey on Unsplash Dealing with a narcissist is challenging because they constantly seek control and become threatened when things don’t go their way. When a narcissist realizes that you’ve figured them out, they won’t take it lightly. Their…
Photo by Tobias Tullius on Unsplash Are you the self-proclaimed master of boundaries, having read books and attended workshops on the subject, and yet, you find yourself repeatedly ensnared in toxic relationships? In a world that champions the concept of boundaries,…
Photo by Mariano Rivas on Unsplash One puzzling aspect about narcissists is why they stay in long-term relationships, even though they can be self-centered and manipulative. Many would think narcissists struggle to maintain close “connections,” but in reality, some narcs might…
Photo by Sigmund on Unsplash A narcissist discard is when a narcissistic person ends the relationship and is done with you. They mostly do this in a brutal manner that makes you feel so worthless and used. The cruelty of the…
Photo by Jacob Rice on Unsplash Is being a people-pleaser a good trait, trying to make others happy, trying to please them, or just trying to do something for others aside from yourself? It’s may really look like a very wonderful…
Photo by Ishan @seefromthesky on Unsplash Your love for superficial things, or superficialities, may be steering you towards unhealthy or low-quality relationships. First, it’s important to recognize that there’s nothing inherently wrong with desiring these superficialities in life; they can add…
