Emotional Abuse

You’ve probably heard about physical abuse in relationships, but do you know about emotional abuse?

Emotional abuse is a form of manipulation, verbal assualt, control, and brain-washing that slowly erodes the victim’s sense of self-worth, security, and trust in themselves and others.

It can leave mental and emotional scars that are deeply painful and debilitating. On this page, you’ll learn about the various signs and forms of emotional abuse and how to deal with them.

Understanding Narcissistic Projection And How It’s Used To Confuse And Manipulate You

by Barrie Davenport

man talking to woman in kitchen Narcissistic Projection

At some point, you’ll likely collide with a narcissist.

It could be a family member, friend, or colleague — and they’ll drive you batty.

But narcissists are much easier to handle if you know what you’re working with.

To that end, today, we’re breaking down signs a narcissist is projecting — a common defense mechanism of the uber-egotistical.

We’ll unpack why it happens, provide a few common examples, and end with ideas on how to deal with it.

So if you’re ready to regain the upper mental hand, keep reading.

Everything You Should Know About Narcissistic Mirroring and How It Impacts You

by Barrie Davenport

couple having coffee talking Narcissistic Mirroring

Greek gods would be happy to know that mirroring is a tactic associated with modern-day narcissists, considering Narcissus himself drowned while looking at his own reflection.

Legend has it that Narcissus is staring at his own reflection in the River Styx, while reality shows us how narcissistic mirroring happens at every opportunity.

There's no legend or myth behind narcissistic mirroring in today's age.

It's one of the more conniving and deceptive tactics a narcissist uses.

The only way to tackle it is with your own reflection and education.

Want To Fluster The Narcissist In Your Life? Try These 15 Tactics To Confuse Them

by Ron Clendenin

Does someone in your life treat you like their own personal entertainment?

Are you fed up with the narcissist's grandiose behavior?

It can feel overwhelming, especially when there is no escape from their constant need for attention.

The key to dealing with a narcissistic person is by outsmarting them.

So, if you are looking to gain the upper hand and fluster the narcissist in your life, then these 15 tactics will definitely confuse the narcissist in your life.

Come explore these little tricks that may just make all the difference!

Are You Emotionally Spent From Living With a Narcissist? 13 Undeniable Signs You Are and What to Do About It

by Barrie Davenport

Emotionally Depleted from Living with a Narcissist

You’ve survived some trauma and drama in your day, but nothing compares to the aftermath of life with a narcissist.

A relationship with someone who suffers from NPD is its own depraved level of toxicity.

Beyond being a jerk, these narcissistic masters of disguise are void of emotions and consequences while believing they are godly, superior beings among common people.

Their partners exist to give them supply and pay the price when they don't.

This is not a mutually respectable relationship, and it never will be.

Only one of you will be left emotionally bankrupt and traumatized, and it sure won’t be the narcissist.

Every Dirty Detail Of Narcissistic Triangulation + 11 Examples Of This Toxic Manipulation Tool

by Barrie Davenport

woman looking over mans shoulder at his phone narcissistic triangulation

Have you been the victim of a triangulating narcissist?

Triangulation sounds like that part of calculus you daydreamed through in high school.

But understanding the definition of triangulation in psychology is something to learn while fully alert.

You've likely been part of triangulation abuse at some point in your life.

It's yet another conniving tool for a narcissist to use against people, and it could come from your lover, parent, or colleague.

You need to know every angle to tear down narcissistic triangulation when it happens to you again.