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Why Does My Girlfriend Hit Me? Expert Shares 11 Possible Reasons And Ways To Cope

“Why does my girlfriend hit me?” — Men hesitate to confess this personal crisis. A study says, “Domestic violence against men covers a broad range of violent acts such as physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, or financial abuse.” It’s quite underreported due to the myths surrounding male survivors. According to the CDC, 1 in […]

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How Does A Narcissist React When They Can’t Control You?

While talking about narcissism in his bestselling book The Art of Loving, psychoanalyst Erich Fromm said, “The main condition for the achievement of love is the overcoming of one’s narcissism.” And he was right. Narcissism can, in many cases prevent a healthy relationship from blossoming, because nothing or nobody is more important to narcissists than

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“My Anxiety Is Ruining My Relationship”: 6 Ways It Does And 5 Ways To Manage It

Expert-backed insights into how anxiety impacts relationships and what you can do to manage it

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13 Distinctive Traits Of Female Narcissists Revealed

In 2023, news about Lilith, who goes by toxiccwaste0 on TikTok, went viral when she admitted to having female narcissist traits, which included skillfully manipulating people in the past. She was formally diagnosed with Narcissistic Personality Disorder in 2021 but now describes herself as a “reformed narcissist.” Narcissism is a collective term for people with

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Recognizing The 13 Red Flags Of A Controlling Relationship

In this article, Anushtha Mishra (MSc in Counseling Psychology) with a specialization in trauma, relationships, depression, anxiety, grief, and loneliness explains what controlling behavior is and how to spot the warning signs. These insights will help you understand when it’s time to end a controlling relationship when you see it in contrast to healthy relationships and a caring partner.

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What Are The Examples Of Narcissistic Behavior In A Relationship?

Do you often find yourself stressing over whether you’ve hurt your partner’s ego? Do you tend to go over and beyond your means to cater to their needs, such as buying them expensive outfits, taking them out on fancy dates, or booking expensive vacations with them, but are still made to feel you aren’t doing

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11 Signs He Is Forcing Himself To Love You

“Love cannot be forced, love cannot be coaxed and teased. It comes out of heaven, unasked and unsought,” said Nobel Prize-winning author Pearl S. Buck. Perhaps the idea of love stated in this quote is a bit dated, as we all know that even the most loving relationship needs genuine effort from both the partners.

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21 Signs The Relationship Is Over For Him and How To Deal With It

“When someone leaves, it’s because someone else is about to arrive,” said Paulo Coelho in The Zahir. But is it that easy to let go of a man you once loved? Especially, if you’re still in love but you see clear signs the relationship is over for him? Well, not really. So, what do you

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21 Stages Of A Narcissistic Relationship With An Empath

“The narcissist is like a bucket with a hole in the bottom: No matter how much you put in, you can never fill it up,” said popular American psychologist and professor Dr. Ramani Durvasula. Of course, self-love should be an integral aspect of our lives. But when the cup of self-love overflows and narcissism starts

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Understanding Hysterical Bonding: What It Is And Why It Happens

Hysterical bonding refers to an intense and often strained emotional or sexual connection between partners, following a crisis or betrayal in their relationship. In a committed relationship, it’s important to push healthy jealousy by openly expressing your feelings and boundaries. It helps in maintaining trust and respect in your relationship while interacting with others. However,

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