by Marilyn | Mar 25, 2024 | Traits, Behaviors
A Narcissist's Cruelty Dark traits of narcissists include cruelty: A Paradox of Intent and Impact While a narcissist’s actions and words can be deliberately hurtful, their underlying motivation often stems from a place of deep insecurity and a distorted sense of...
by Marilyn | Mar 4, 2024 | Gaslighting
Where did the term "Gaslighting" originate? The term “Gaslighting” originated from a 1944 film called Gaslight where a man had recently married his wife because of her wealth. To get her valuable jewels, he began doing things that made her question her...
by Marilyn | Mar 4, 2024 | Behaviors, charm, Traits
The narcissist's charm is a weapon, a carefully honed tool used to woo their prey. The Charmer The Charmer is a well-honed skill of the narcissist. They watch and listen to your every word in the beginning. They are gathering information about you and your likes and...
by Marilyn | Mar 2, 2024 | Traits
Have you Fallen Prey to a Narcissist? Recognizing the Signs and Protecting Yourself Imagine a narcissist as a skilled hunter, prowling through the landscape of social interactions with a keen eye for potential prey. Much like a wolf dons the guise of a sheep to...
by Marilyn | Feb 7, 2024 | Traits, Gaslighting
How to Identify a Narcissist There are many behaviors and traits that define a narcissist. Let’s begin with 12 traits that can help you determine if a person in your life could be one. One telling factor is their ego. The ego of a narcissist is huge!!! I am...
