Flying Monkeys in Narcissistic Relationships

Flying Monkeys in Narcissistic Relationships One of the most confusing parts of dealing with narcissistic behaviour is discovering that the conflict does not always remain between the two people actually involved in the relationship. What you may initially believe is a private disagreement, separation or breakdown between you and another person can gradually begin spreading […]

Narcissists and the Smear Campaign

Narcissists and the Smear Campaign: When Lies, False Allegations and Reputation Destruction Become Weapons Leaving a narcissistic or deeply dysfunctional relationship does not always mean the relationship is over. In fact, sometimes it is only when you leave, challenge the behaviour, establish firm boundaries or simply stop providing the attention, reassurance, emotional reaction and control […]

Narcissists and “Bunny Boiler Memento Boxes”

Narcissists and “Bunny Boiler Memento Boxes” This applies to both male and female Narcissists… I call them “Bunny Boiler Memento Boxes” — those boxes containing reminders, letters, photographs and keepsakes from previous relationships that, in some circumstances, can start to feel less like innocent memories and more like a collection of emotional trophies. Let me […]

Why Do Narcissists Go From One Partner to Another With No Break?

Why Do Narcissists Go From One Partner to Another With No Break? One of the most confusing experiences after a relationship involving narcissistic behaviour can be watching the other person apparently move on almost immediately. You may still be trying to understand what happened. You may be replaying conversations, questioning your own decisions and wondering […]