One of the worst things a partner can do is try to cut you off from the rest of your life – your friends, your family, the things you love, or even your own money. It often starts small, with little comments here and there, but before you know it, they’re in total control, and…
Dealing with someone who tries to sabotage you by whatever means necessary is frustrating and hurtful. Unfortunately, it can happen in any part of your life—work, relationships, even within your family. It’s important to protect yourself and push back against this kind of behavior. The first step is recognizing the subtle signs—here’s what to look…
If you had a rough childhood, you did what you needed to do at the time to survive. While these coping mechanisms got you through your darkest days, as an adult, they’re no longer serving you or could be destructive. Here are some coping mechanisms you might have picked up when you were younger and…
We’ve all met someone who can’t bring themselves to say, “I’m sorry.” Toxic people have a whole arsenal of tricks to deflect blame and avoid taking responsibility for their actions — here are some of the most common excuses in their bag of magic tricks. 1. “I didn’t mean it THAT way.” They minimize the…
Being happy and healthy in love doesn’t mean everything is always rosy. But having an unhealthy attachment to someone or being obsessed with your partner isn’t love either. When you have an unhealthy attachment style in a relationship, it usually doesn’t end well for both parties. So check yourself to see if you’re doing any…
