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Tag: Narcissism

Understanding Narcissism: How You Can Paralyze a Bully by Knowing His Cognitive Framework

In the Guy Ritche film Revolver, the protagonist, Jake, goes on a journey of self-discovery, learning about the complex facets … More

Anxiety, Bullying, Depression, Growth, Mental Health, Narcissism, Narcissistic Abuse, Psychology

Overcoming the Fear of Conflict: Why Standing Up to Narcissists and Bullies is Easier than You Believe

Most of us are terrified of conflicts. And much of our lives are spent avoiding them. If possible, we’ll end … More

Anxiety, Assertiveness, Bullying, Growth, Mental Health, Narcissism, Narcissistic Abuse, Trauma

Why the Strong Men Are Cowards

“Intolerance of ambiguity is the mark of an authoritarian personality.” -Theodor Adorno Most of the time, all of us are scared, but … More

Childhood, COVID-19, Mental Health, Narcissism, Psychology, Toxic Masculinity, Trump, Vulnerability

Journey to the Rainbow’s End: Understanding the Perfectionist’s Beliefs and Goals

In the recently released documentary, David Foster: Off the Record, David Foster’s daughter noted that Foster, a prominent musical producer, … More

Depression, Growth, Mental Health, Mental Illness, Narcissism, Perfectionism, Personal Development, Success

Propelled by Trauma: The Dark Side of High Achievers

Trauma is a conquerer. It has a way of subduing one and keeping them in her captivity for a lifetime. … More

Growth, High Performance, Mental Health, Mental Illness, Narcissism, Perfectionism, Personal Development, Success, Trauma

Why Do I Have to Be Anyone?: My Musings on High Achievement and Cosmic Insignificance

The question on my mind lately is: Why Do I have to Be Anyone? If life is this temporary thing, … More

Depression, Existentialism, Mental Health, Mental Illness, Narcissism, Philosophy, Psychology, Whiplash

We Aren’t Unlovable if We Aren’t Loved

Childhood lays the foundation for self-esteem. Children reach out for comfort and affection when they’re scared, sad, and hurt, needing … More

Childhood, Growth, Mental Health, Mental Illness, Narcissism, Psychology

Creating a Monster – A Poem About Narcissism — O4L Online Network

I spent a lifetime, stuck in my mind, trying to discover the truth Searching for the sublime, the inner-divine, that … More

Mental Health, Narcissism, Poem, Poetry, Religion

Cinderella Man – A Poem about Love’s Substitution with Glory

Cinderella Man Striding down the hallway, with a championship in sight The boy enters the ring, to begin an arduous … More

Anxiety, Depression, Growth, Mental Health, Mental Illness, Narcissism, Personal Development, Poem, Poetry, Tragedy, Trauma

Trapped in Vanity and Greed: How Our Zero-Sum Thinking Makes Us Miserable

Let the Competition Begin 6th century philosopher, Boethius, noted that life is a wheel of fortune. Sometimes, we’re up, and … More

Anxiety, Community, Depression, Growth, Mental Health, Mental Illness, Narcissism, Personal Development, Relationships

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