As we know, narcissists are people who tend to inflate their own importance, lack empathy for others, and need constant validation (1). How is a somatic narcissist different? ‘Somatic’ means ‘related to the body’, so somatic narcissism involves being very preoccupied or obsessed with one’s physical appearance and sexual attractiveness (2). A somatic narcissist uses their body and the physical space around them as a way to express their narcissism....

You feel relentless to know why this is happening. Many things are going through your head. Is he not responding to your texts? Did he leave mid-conversation again? We keep assigning various interpretations to different texting behavior. If somebody is a fast responder, then he is interested in you, and vice-versa. Let’s give this a few shades instead of splitting it all into black and white! What does it mean when he texts you but doesn’t continue the conversation?...

You and your guy are in a stable relationship. Things are getting serious, and you are so in love that the thought of losing him in any way makes you feel sick. Yet you wonder if he feels the same way towards you. Are you curious about how he feels for you? Are you scared that you might be the only one in your relationship who’s in love? Figuring out if a man is in love is hard for many women....

However, when it starts it usually becomes a pattern within a relationship causing harm to one or both partners involved. It can be noted through body language, like rolling eyes, not holding hands (or lack of physical touch in general), facial expressions that indicate resentment and/or contempt, etc. Sometimes it’s done subconsciously and sometimes it’s done purposefully to cause harm and have control over the other partner. What is a toxic relationship?...

Your attendance at your job is essential for productivity. You’re an asset to your company. Still, you will need a sick day, a vacation day, or even the odd afternoon off from time to time. The reasons vary. It can be because you’re supervising your home remodeling project, or you may need time to prepare for an important event. According to Tight Fist Finance, “your explanation doesn’t have to include personal details....

A picture may be worth a thousand words, but just a few words can tell you a million things about your marriage. In some cases, even a single cruel comment can ravage the integrity of a healthy relationship. Words hurt. There’s no doubt about that. And while actions speak louder than words, that doesn’t invalidate the pain you may feel after your husband says something awful. Here is the worst thing a husband can say to his wife (along with several other hurtful things he might say)....

Did you know that if a man has a close relationship with his in-laws, the risk of divorce decreases by 20%? Yet if a woman has a close relationship with her in-laws, the risk of divorce goes up by 20%. It’s obvious that your relationship with your in-laws can greatly affect the happiness of your marriage. And in normal circumstances, these relationships can have their ups and downs. But if things are particularly bad, there may be something wrong....

When you craft a text to make him miss you, you need to be authentic, and honest and keep it short. Most men don’t like to text much and go back and forth with texting. That’s why you should consider using different texts to create that feeling of longing. Because the same texts won’t have the same impact on a man that you might have known your entire life or just for a week....

A narcissist can’t be faithful in a relationship because the nature of the condition doesn’t call for it. Some of the reasons are that they will do anything for supply, they have no empathy, and their needs are most important. A person who only thinks about themselves and sees everyone as a tool to further their agenda is incapable of having a stable, loving, and lasting relationship. If you are planning on dating a narcissist or are already trapped in their web of splendor and wondering whether they can be faithful, this article will tell you everything you need to know....

There is no hidden meaning. He might need this time alone work to work on his feelings and distance himself from an overwhelming situation. Indeed, this situation gives you mixed signals because he says that needs time but still Needing space doesn’t mean cutting all contact with you. What makes the difference is how many times during the day or week he texts you. The meaning behind his actions can only be known by the way he interacts with you....

Your mission becomes even more difficult when your partner thinks you’re the one. Relationships are meant to feel fulfilling, and a lot of them are so, especially in their beginnings. However, not all romantic relationships are that way all the way through. Some simply go in the opposite direction. You’re no longer fulfilled, and the sadness weighs heavier than joy on the scale. Your relationship is over… And you seem to be the only one aware of it....

Anyone that’s ever been in a relationship with a narcissist knows that their love is cyclical. One day they’re fawning over you, buying extravagant gifts, and saying that they’ve never felt this way before. Not long after they’re criticizing how you dress, how you talk, and making you question your sanity. Then they get bored, leave, and make you feel like you never mattered in the first place – that is until they need an ego boost and come running back....

Making your ex-boyfriend jealous can help him reconsider his decision of ending the relationship. Whereas, you want to make your partner jealous just to ignite the relationship. In order to avoid complexity while making him jealous, you should choose a covert approach. There is nothing that can make an ex-boyfriend more jealous than when you nourish yourself. Before making your ex jealous, consider what he feels about you and how that impacts you....

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The end of a relationship is one of the most distressing things you’ll ever experience. It can wreak havoc on your self-esteem as you start questioning why your girlfriend fell out of love with you. What did I do wrong? Am I not attractive enough? Am I not funny or romantic enough? Did she use me for my money? You’ll have sleepless nights trying to find the answers to these questions....

If he gives you hints you’re texting him too much and wants you to stop texting him, that’s another deal. We already know how he feels at that point. For whatever reason you’re not texting him, let it be games, work, not knowing what to text, etc… He’ll be thinking about it. Though, it comes down to a very important question: does not texting a guy back make him want you more?...

That’s what Sam Vaknin told WebMD, way back in ‘99. Vaknin is a self-confessed narcissist, one of a few narcs who have gone on to write books on the condition. And there’s a lot of truth in what he says here. I suppose he would know. Sam Vaknin Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) is an exaggeration of a range of traits that we all possess. We can all be self-absorbed. We can all be insecure....

You do what you do when he pulls away… You comfort yourself for a while, think of his return, and perhaps a bit of self-berating here and there. You were doing that ‘just fine’ until he came back! Now you’ve got your mind puzzled again, he came back after needing space. What do you exactly do this time? Put a wide smile on your face and open your arms wider, or frown enough to freeze him right in place?...

He’s pulling away and you seem to have a hard time comprehending this, let alone making a clear decision on what your next move is going to be. What do you even say to someone who’s pulling away?! What do you text him? Considering the difficulty of this situation, such thoughts and questions are fairly normal. So let’s have a moment to take a deep breath first. It’s understandable, this is a behavior that leaves you confused and even undecided on what you can and can’t do about it when he pulls away....

So, you’ve met a guy and you like him! He’s started texting you every day and you’re wondering why and if there’s any meaning behind it. Or perhaps a good friend has started texting you daily, and you’re wondering why he’s suddenly changed his texting style! It’s so easy to start ruminating, what are his intentions? Does he like you as just a friend or romantically? Maybe he just enjoys talking to people and you’re one of those lucky people....