67 Fake Family Quotes To Help You Protect Your Peace

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Dealing with inauthentic and manipulative people can be an exhausting experience, especially when it's within your own family. 

Our families are supposed to be the cornerstone of our lives, but sadly, many people don’t have supportive, caring, and trustworthy family members.

Their reality is far from the families depicted in many movies and TV shows.

When phony and deceitful people are your own flesh and blood, you don’t feel the sense of security and belonging that a healthy family should provide.

Distancing yourself from fake family members and hurtful relationships may seem impossible, but creating some separation is crucial for your well-being.

We've compiled a list of fake family quotes to help you navigate two-faced contradictory behavior with your loved ones.

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

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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.

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37 Amazing Second Date Ideas

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The first date went even better than expected, and you’re looking forward to seeing this person again.

So, what are some good second-date ideas?

Now that you’re no longer strangers (but there’s still plenty of uncharted territory), what can you do together that would not only celebrate the obvious chemistry between you but also build on it?

Because every date can’t be like that first date.

And on the one hand, that is very good news.

On the other, it’s a bit of a bummer because you want to experience some of that same magic every time you go out together.

Fortunately, you can make the second date even better than the first.

Have I got your attention? Good. Let’s dive in.

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How To Compliment A Girl’s Eyes To Win Her Over + 25 Sweet Compliment Ideas

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When you're interested in a woman, compliments about eyes are a charming way to move a conversation beyond trivial topics

In the first stages of flirting, you don't have much information about her personality or accomplishments.

However, we can all see each other's eyes, and they are an acceptable physical feature to discuss. 

If you want to know how to compliment eyes, it requires some forethought.

You must tailor your comment to the woman.

This thoughtfulness communicates that you noticed something specific about her.

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

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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. 

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