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11 Strategic Actions To Make A Narcissist Fear You

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Once you realize that a narcissist is pushing you around, you need to learn how to defend yourself.

You don't have to put up with the manipulation, gaslighting, embellished half-truths, and outright lies.

With the right approach, you can frighten a narcissist and enforce boundaries.

Although they always seem to have a comeback that makes you look unreasonable, they are not invulnerable.

You probably can't improve them as human beings, but you might succeed in getting a narcissist to do what you want — which can range from pulling their weight to leaving you alone.

13 Survival Tips For Living With A Narcissist When Leaving Isn’t An Option

by Barrie Davenport

Sometimes, leaving a narcissist isn't possible.

Maybe they're your parent, spouse, or even a beloved child.

Perhaps it's more complicated.

Regardless of the whys, the bottom line is that you're domestically attached to a narcissist for the foreseeable future and looking for actionable solutions to make your life easier.

So today, for you, we're breaking down 13 survival tips for living with a narcissist when leaving isn't an option.

21 Signs From The Universe That Are Trying To Tell You Something

by Barrie Davenport

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Sometimes, the strangest things happen and make you think, “This can’t be a coincidence.”

Well, technically, it is.

But this particular coincidence feels like a message.

It feels personal, and you refuse to dismiss it as a meaningless accident.

You’re not sure what it means to listen to the universe, but you do notice things.

And lucky for you, the universe knows plenty of ways to get your attention.

That said, if you’re open to receiving messages from the universe — and you probably wouldn’t be reading this if you weren’t — it helps to know what to look for.

Looking For A Psychology Podcast? Here Are 9 Of The Best

by Barrie Davenport

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What are the top psychology podcasts to check out as we head into 2022?

So glad you’re here!

We’ve combed through all the podcasts about psychology we could find to create this list.

Because everyone can benefit from getting better acquainted with the way their minds work.

What’s really behind your most life-changing decisions?

And what breakthrough discoveries will you make about yourself by this time next year?

What to Look for in Good Psychology Podcasts

Before we dive into the list, it helps to know what qualities to look for in a psychology podcast. The key here is to identify what you want to gain by listening to a psychology podcast.

Once you know that, it makes sense that the following qualities would make some podcasts stand out from the rest.

An engaging host who’s an expert or who interviews knowledgeable guests;
A clear focus for the podcast, which can include a variety of related subtopics;
Guests with deep and relevant knowledge or experience;

For example, you might be interested in how the brain influences mental health and our daily decisions and moods.

Or you might prefer a podcast that focuses on the power of the unconscious and the real reasons behind your most impactful decisions.

Whatever your particular interests, we think you’ll find more than one podcast below that will pique your curiosity.

7 Zodiac Signs of a Soulmate Connection to the Adventurous Sagittarius

by Ron Clendenin

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There's just something about a Sagittarius that makes them irresistible!

Whether it's their thirst for adventure or their bold wit, the fiery Sagittarius can easily ignite a spark with certain Zodiac signs—so much so, that these signs are truly their soulmates.

While horoscopes aren't the be-all and end-all in relationships, they do provide some real insight into compatibility.

In fact, astrology suggests that Sagittarians swoon over a special few who share equally free-spirited qualities.

If you know a Sagittarius who is seeking their perfect match, the stars have some love advice they should consider.