Sitemap - 2021 - Practical Growth with E.B. Johnson
Talking Toxic Families (ft. Tiffany Carter)
Practical Growth: The Best Stories of 2021
What Does a Toxic Family Really Look Like?
Standing up to Cyberbullying as an Adult
Here's the Thing About Cuffing Season
Navigating Christmas with a Narcissist
What is the most important thing in a relationship?
Let's Talk About It: Trauma Dumping
How to Leave a Relationship the Right Way
Using the House Metaphor to See Our Relationships More Clearly
Dealing with Difficult Conversations at Christmas
Beware These Sneaky Last-Minute Selling Tactics This Christmas
The Cost of Being Too Resilient In Life
When did you realize it was time to heal?
The Best Ways to Address Displaced Aggression in Your Life
What You Still Haven’t Realized About Your Trauma
Thanks for letting me know, Deborah. Here is the correct one (above has been corrected too):
Self-Discovery Prompt #85: A Sacrifice
THANK YOU. I too am sick of the attacks and the negativity and the gatekeeping.
I Just Got Asked Why I Don’t Publish Every Day
You Can’t Heal in the Eye of the Storm
You Don’t Need to Set Goals, You Need to Set Milestones
New Publication Alert: Share Your Secrets on WHISPERS
The Terrifying Reality of Children Who Kill
“I had to let them go. It didn’t matter who they were. It was a matter of life and death.”
Building a New Future After a Life of Emotional Incest
Self-Discovery Prompt #84: Big Regrets
How Did Your Trauma Change You?
A little more on the ethics and legality of blogging for you.
You Don’t Need to Be Your Child’s Best Friend
Self-Discovery Prompt #83: Whims
You Can Recover From Childhood Trauma
Handling Your Toxic Partner During the Holidays
“I was all alone. But this time, I was alone by choice…”
Dealing with the Displaced Aggression in Our Lives
What Does Healthy Masculinity Really Look Like?
I can sympathize with you too, unfortunately.
Your Adaptive Survival Style Explained
What to Do When You Can’t Go Home for the Holidays
Self-Discovery Prompt #82: Happy Childhood
What is Your Childhood Trauma Archetype?
Your Kids Will Pay the Price Too
Sure. Basically, the people we bond with before we start recovering and healing aren't always the…
Childhood Abuse and Adult Relationships
I wonder where the conversation of trauma fits into this?
Thanks. It's been cool creating a career that allows me to support myself and help others not go…
Is there any feedback for the writers who have been doing this on the platform for multiple years…
Our Body Image Changes with Age
This is How I Earned Thousands and Became A Top Blogger
They Had Their Reasons for Ghosting You
When Your Narcissistic Parents Become Grandparents
Correct These Major Dating Mistakes
Can We Quit with the Elitist Lie that Therapists Are Infallible?
The DNC is starting to feel like some a hand-puppet show for the GOP beneath the table...
Thank you for reading and your kind words.
Falling for These 10 Types of Toxic Relationships is a Major Mistake
She exists solely to cause chaos and trauma.
Self-Discovery Prompt #81: Big and Small
To say nothing of what an absolute elitist joke this comment is.
I've published every single day for almost 2 years (or more). So consistency is not the key.
How Cult Programming Really Works
Those would definitely be boundaries for you.
When Your Narcissistic Parents Become Grandparents
The Big Bad Toxic Relationships Episode
Self-Discovery Prompt #80: 10 Years Later
“It wasn’t until I connected with the world that I appreciated how beautiful it truly was…”
Facing the Childfree Challenge Over the Holidays
The Small Mistakes Which Can Destroy Your Relationship
Your Toxic Family Doesn't Care if You Have a Good Christmas
Self-Discovery Prompt #79: Joy Divided
Profile Pics and Digital Dating
It’s Official! Big Deals are Here All Weekend.
Political Revolutions Require Personal Ones First
Managing Relationship Anxiety Over the Holiday Season
How do we do all this when people are too mentally and emotionally tired to even get through the…
When you ruminate and trade in negativity - without ever offering solutions - you're complaining.
Self-Discovery Prompt #78: Weakness / Strength
Finding Gratitude in the Midst of Struggle
I would love, just once, to see someone who promotes the people who are doing good work.
I'm an NLP coach here who's worked in multiple kitchens, bars, and restaurants, also been a top…
Self-Discovery Prompt #77: A Year Today
Engaging in Intimate Fantasies Together
Dealing With a Partner Who Behaves Like A Child
Self-Discovery Prompt #76: Yesterday You
Confronting Family Estrangement
Thank you! And thank you for reading.
Self-Discovery Prompt #75: Comparisons
Avoid These Relationship Blindspots
Thank you for reading, though! I hope it was helpful.
Sorry, I don’t know who you’re talking about? I wrote this article…
Are You Really an Empath? Look for These Signs
He was Comfortable and Convenient
Let’s Talk About the Secret Narcissistic Families Don’t Want You to Know
Understanding Your Adaptive Survival Style is a Crucial Part of Healing
Enmeshment: When Close Becomes Too Close
You Never Really Wanted to Be With Them
Self-Discovery Prompt #74: A Moment
Thank you! I hope the article was helpful to you.
“Each year it got worse. I was falling into a pit of despair and I had no idea how to manage it…”
Broken Ties and Family Estrangement
Physical chemistry is an important part of our relationships.
Why Sociopaths Pose Such a Serious Threat
Self-Discovery Prompt #73: Hiding
“My mother’s secret illnesses were the first trauma…growing up in poverty was the second…”
Be Careful. Social Media can Wreck Your Marriage.
A lot of this resonates with my own journey.
Our Sad, Sick Obsession with You
Why are You Ignoring These Signs of Narcissism in Your Loved One?
Is anyone else noticing an increase in suspicious traffic?
My entire feed is basically clickbait articles talking about how much more money they made off of…
I have several emails from them, and I'm thinking about making them public.
I have an email from Medium help desk in my inbox telling me that they've been receiving rave…
New Research Shows Sexual Fantasies Can Improve Your Relationship
Self-Discovery Prompt #72: Favorite Things
“The cruelest thing of all was the hell they left me to live in…”
8 posts a month and this is what medium is paying you?
Thank you! Were there any tips you found really helpful?
It’s Okay to Leave a Bad Relationship Behind
How Serial Killers are Created
Self-Discovery Prompt #71: Inspired
There’s no big mystery behind your obsession with horror.
It’s Seasonal Depression Time Again…
Self-Discovery Prompt #70: Limit or Limitless
The Effects of Being Raised in Poverty
Thank you so much! Was there anything that was really helpful for you? Thank you for reading.
Thank you! My modest voice has gotten toning from Medium. Maybe they’ll listen to you.
“And then it hit me. I had been manipulating the situation all along…”
There is more than one way to betray your partner.
Self-Discovery Prompt #69: Self Understanding
Covert Narcissists: The Undercover Enemy in Your Life
“Admitting that my family never loved me was the hardest part of the healing process.”
I'll chat myself up: I feel I should be on this list.
You should check out my guides on covert narcissm and recovering from narcissistic relationships.
This is exactly what I am experiencing too.
Self-Discovery Prompt #68: Up Late
This reply sounds a lot like the last 2 American elections.
Bex, I've been doing SEO on my article since they made it available to me in 2020 and that's not…
Most of my articles are chosen for distribution and the views are the worst they've ever been for…
I've had so many readers tell me they don't come to the platform anymore because they're being…
Sorry Medium GOP, we deserve an explanation
I'm really struggling to understand what has happened to my account and my audience.
That's about what I was making on average for the last 2 years here, but that's just suddenly (and…
What’s the Deal Behind Our Fascination with Horror?
Toxic families operate along the same lines.
Don’t Be Fooled. This is What Self-Compassion Actually Looks Like.
Thank you so much for reading! Was there anything specific that really resonated with you?
It's certainly starting to look that way.
They are so important to be aware of.
Self-Discovery Prompt #67: Friend Groups
“My mind, my emotions…they were all over the place.
If Your Relationship Doesn’t Have These Essentials It’s Unlikely to Thrive
Self-Discovery Prompt #66: One Day
New Publication Alert: Come Take a Walk on the Dark Side
The nice guy isn’t always enough for a good relationship.
The Worst Cults You’ve Never Heard Of
Protecting Yourself from a Psychopath
When Their Passive Aggressive Behavior Crosses the Line
I would argue as a fellow victim of trauma that the process is never complete.
I get this, and it's cool to support new writers, but it's making me realize how disposable our…
💯 That is so important to do on a regular basis!
Hi Ruth. Thank you for reading.
I’m so tired of being in curation jail
This has happened to me too and I have no idea why.
Self-Discovery Prompt #65: Making Changes
Hi @Anneline! I would love to hear your story. How about emailing me? admin@therealebjohnson.com
Instagram is clobbering your mental health
Some of these writers have *thousands* of followers.
Just a heads up - these are better received by writers when you use the private note feature.
“There was no recognizing who she was anymore. And in that indecision she decided to pivot…”
This is really interesting, because I don't think this has been the experience of a lot of the…
“It was too late. I had pushed everyone I loved right out of my life…”
I Wanna Know: What Was Your Worst Relationship Like?
Group coaching starts this week!
Are you really in a relationship of convenience?
At our core, every human being has a handful of the same emotional needs.
Self-Discovery Prompt #64: Goal Oriented
Want to improve your life? Stop sabotaging yourself.
Bad Relationships: The Ins, the Outs, and When to Let Go
Self-Discovery Prompt #63: Fact or Fiction
A narcissistic family can be one of the most damaging factors in someone’s life.
Why it’s so hard for your partner to be faithful to you
A new chance to improve your life
Self-Discovery Prompt #62: Is It a Success
“I thought he could save me, but I drowned any way and I took the whole family down with me…”
For anyone who would like to take a deeper dive into this subject, check out the latest episode of…
Self-Discovery Prompt #61: Fast Forward 5
Compassion-based motivation is the best way to keep yourself on track to success.
Dealing with your toxic parents
A new episode of the Practical Growth pod is available now!
Self-Discovery Prompt #60: Money, Money, Money
“When you put your investment in the wrong place, disaster ensues…”
When love gets in the way of success
“It was like the entire world had shifted beneath my feet…”
Children are committing suicide at an alarming rate
Self-Discovery Prompt #59: See Me
They don’t need your Facebook password and this is why
Slow Dating and the Trouble With Modern Relationships
Self-Discovery Prompt #58: Scary Stuff
Yes. But if we’re actually going to dismantle the system and save ourselves - we have to do it.
Slow Dating: What it is and why you need to do it
Self-Discovery Prompt #57: Know Your Why
Is it possible to build happy relationships?
Why your profile picture is preventing you from scoring in the date department
Self-Discovery Prompt #56: Define It
The power in long distance partnerships
Deep diving into gray divorce and the separation of a generation
Self-Discovery Prompt #55: Freaky Friday
“I missed all the signs, because I was desperate for someone to love me…”
Here are a few reasons they didn’t call you back
“He was invalidating me and every time he did I lost another piece of myself…”
Gaslighters thrive on subtle manipulation that flies under the radar.
The real reason they cheated on you
Self-Discovery Prompt #54: One Change
“We became indifferent to each other, and that was the worst part…”
The dating behaviors that are killing your chances
Gray Divorce and the Separation of a Generation
Thanks so much! And thank you for reading.
There is such a thing as being too nice.
Thank you! It is an analogy that has helped me immensely in my own partnership.
Thank you very much! Your observations are always welcome and appreciated here.
Why your partner doesn’t want to have sex with you
Self-Discovery Prompt #53: Longing
“She drove me crazy, but in the end I realized there was space for both of us.”
The subtle signs of a toxic relationship you’ve been ignoring all along
Writers: You should be podcasting
Relationships change just like erything else in this life.
Self-Discovery Prompt #52: Connected
Cognitive Restructuring: What it is and why you need to do it
Really enjoyed this piece and the compassionate change of pace you offer.
There are some things that should just never be said
Being a better human isn’t a matter of what you have or what you lack.
Are you living in line with your values?
I had never met Tessa before and she called me an arrogant narcissist, just because I didn't agree…
This is funny because he pinned article talks about how no one likes her until they "Google her…
Yeah, she just called me an arrogant narcissist for my content. Really nasty.
Yeah, she just called be an arrogant narcissist because I give people advice.
I just had an encounter with this writer in which they called me an arrogant narcissit for writing…
Nasty people who go out of their way to make life worse for other people do tend to get to me.
I literally write about just this!
A very open minded way to approach a broad, broad topic.
Some people like having a purpose.
So much negativity in this comment thread, which is really heartbreaking.
Self-Discovery Prompt #51: True Success
I couldn’t tell myself that story anymore…
The Way You Feel About Your Body is Going to Change in a Big Way
The Truth About Physical Attraction in Relationships
Self-Discovery Prompt #50: Who Are You
Were you neglected in childhood?
How are you grieving your losses?
Self-Discovery Prompt #49: Deeper Love
“I couldn’t believe the words that were coming out of my mouth…”
Adult children and your late stage separation
Self-Discovery Prompt #48: Making the Most
The nice guy isn’t always enough.
The myths about aging that you have to give up to be happier
Couldn't highlight or clap for this enough. Thank you for writing this and sharing it.
Self-Discovery Prompt #47: Unprepared
I wish I listened to my doubts sooner
Coming back from your gray divorce
I had doubts about him from the first day…
Seeing our toxic relationships as they are
This is definitely an interesting idea.
Hi Mike. You're absolutely right.
Thank you for reading, Zara. I hope that you are finding yourself and the happiness that you need.
I would imagine they are older than that.
I love to hear how great that turned out for you.
Practical Growth Ep #102 is out now!
Do you have feelings for someone special in your life?
Disrupt your stress before it disrupts you
He didn’t love me and we both knew it
The mindsets that land us in bad relationships
Behind the Buzzword: Gaslighting in the Modern Age
Good Burger was one of the first movies I ever got to see in theatres on my own.
Self-Discovery Prompt #46: Comfort Zones
Narcissists are not above using sex to control you.
The false emotional beliefs that are holding you back in life (and love)
Self-Discovery Prompt #45: Meeting Expectations
When your relationship is lacking in physical intimacy
Self-Discovery Prompt #44: In the Way
You’ll stay stuck and miserable until you confront your childhood trauma.
Gray divorce is on the rise and this is why
Do you feel invisible? Or do you feel powerless?
“My in-laws destroyed us, and we both allowed it to happen.”
The Practical Growth Podcast is here!
Making better investments in your valued relationships
It’s Time to Confront Your Emotional Avoidance Strategies
There’s a reason you have no compassion for yourself
The Practical Growth Podcast is live
Self-Discovery Prompt #43: Where Are You?
Uncovering the Narcissists in Our Lives
I was killing myself and my relationship.
I don’t know if it really works all that well because I catch people who make the front page with…
I catch writers on this platform copying my work – poorly – almost weekly.
Self-Discovery Prompt #42: Planning Ahead
Congratulations to you for making the choice to leave.
Leaving a bad relationship is only the start of the story
Get out of the habit of second-guessing yourself
Self-Discovery Prompt #41: Facing Barriers
My trauma was living in my body
Building a new portrait of self
Self-Discovery Prompt #40: Meaningful Change
Listen, we all get it wrong sometimes.
Thank you so much! I’m glad it hit where it needed to for you.
Building a new portrait of self
Self-Discovery Prompt #39: Your Own Advice
Thank you, Jim. Hope you're doing well!
We hear a lot about the way that other people gaslight us.
Building a new portrait of self
Are you asking the right questions?
Making a friend of your inner critic
We all think we know what love is
That was when I knew he loved me
Creating a loving connection with life
Self-Discovery Prompt #38: Ideal Self
Acknowledging your Spheres of Personal Control
Self-Discovery Prompt #37: To Self-Forgive
You won’t get over them with wishful thinking.
Creating compassion-based motivation
The Practical Growth Podcast is coming!
Self-Discovery Prompt #36: Comfort Zone
He didn’t love me and he never would
Moving from non-adaptive to adaptive coping styles
Self-Discovery Prompt #35: Givers, Takers
Is it time to let go of that relationship?
The most toxic types of mother-daughter relationships
Self-Discovery Prompt #34: The Unhelpful Side
We were repeating the same habits.
Very interested read that I really appreciated (especially since of the top writers you mentioned…
I was in no way encouraging the keeping of secrets…I was explaining the how and why of narcissistic…
Building a more enriching life
New ‘Chasing Pain’ eBook available now
Some relationships should never be entered into.
Your idea of success is entirely wrong
If they cross the line they don’t respect you
What you’re getting wrong about coaching
Self-Discovery Prompt #33: True Love
We’re attracted to far more than looks
Dealing with Dependent Personality Disorder
Self-Discovery Prompt #32: Childhood Trauma
We shouldn’t beg our partners for love
What no one ever told you about being in the wrong relationship
Untrue. Because what you're referring to is *unrealistic* standards.
The Practical Growth Podcast is coming
Self-Discovery Prompt #31: Red Flags
Same here, as soon as they canned base pay - I bounced.
The real reason they enjoy putting you down
Self-Discovery Prompt #30: Toxic Boom
Childhood emotional neglect should never be taken lightly
You deserve to be happy and whole
Self-Discovery Prompt #29: Trauma Archetypes
Don’t miss these signs of gaslighting
Your relationships won’t save you
Thank you, Sarah! I hope it continues to help you.
It’s time to rethink your self-concept
Allow your true self to shine through
Seeing your dysfunctional family for what it is
Self-Discovery Prompt #28: Fail-Proof
There’s little consent when the other party feels forced to engage
How to create more authentic connections
Self-Discovery Prompt #27: Biggest to Biggest
It’s good to get your feelings hurt
The worst things you should never say to someone you love
Self-Discovery Prompt #26: Leaving a Legacy
What happens when you figure out they’re a narcissist
Self-Discovery Prompt #25: Who and Why
Exhausted. Out of place. Out of sorts.
Are you ready to do the deep work?
Setting boundaries when you have insecure attachment
Self-Discovery Prompt #24: What’s Next?
Great read, Doreen. Thank you for your mention. Very insightful peek into the topic for me.
Appreciation in our relationships
YES! I think they also take it as a mark against them personally.
How to be a better human being
Signs you’re living in the past
Chasing someone who isn’t available will leave you questioning yourself.
The most damaging stories we tell ourselves
Self-Discovery Prompt #23: How Long?
Self-Discovery Prompt #22: Question It
Betrayal doesn’t have one form.
Self-Discovery Prompt #21: Inner Monologue
Are the men in your life toxic?
Spotting the signs of a narcissistic family
Wow! Thank you so much, Marlene Kay. I hope it continues to help you and others.
You’re not doing yourself any favor with these myths.
Subtle signs of childhood neglect you’ve been missing
Self-Discovery Prompt #19: Hard Life
Resilience is the pathway we build our long-term relationships on.
Boosting emotional safety in your relationship
Wake up: You’re building an enmeshed relationship
We all really want the same thing
The best ways to avoid drama in your relationship
We must be proactive to protect our love.
Handling depression when you still have to work
Self-Discovery Prompt #18: Make It Better
Listen, they don’t really mean that apology.
Self-Discovery Prompt #17: What is it?
How can we defeat accidental trauma?
My coaching program is officially open
Self-Discovery Prompt #16: Being Accountable
Hi Sophie – your comments haven’t been deleted.
Sorry that this article didn’t resonate with you.
Thank you for reading and sharing, Roland!
Yes. It’s generally considered to come down to a combination of experience and genetic…
Self-Discovery Prompt #14: Faith or Fear
Self-Discovery Prompt #15: Strategy Time
Your most toxic traits explained
All of our relationships require boundaries
The powerful questions I always ask my coaching clients
Some friendships serve a reason. Others last only a season
When you fear becoming intimate again
Self-Discovery Prompt #13: What Do You Want?
We can’t all have the same perspective
Early warning signs they’re a cheater
Self-Discovery Prompt #12: Overcoming Obstacles
The relationship sins that cause couples to collapse
Something major this way comes…
I just went on a rant about this in my IG stories the other day.
Self-Discovery Prompt #11: Inner Critic
Tired of feeling sad all the time?
Thank you so much! Always happy to help ✨
When the nice guy isn’t enough
Not every denial is gaslighting
Thank you for having the courage to speak up!
If you don’t think toxic people exist — you are the toxic person
THIS. I was just on the phone with a client who is trying to create a safety plan to leave an…
And what about those who are living with abusers?
This assumes that every single person on this planet operates as someone who is trying to do good…
Self-Discovery Prompt #10: The Perfect Week
Why you are doubting your relationship
Self-Discovery Prompt #9: Making Big Changes
We have to regulate our emotions to find peace
Your sibling relationship is abusive
Are they actually gaslighting you?
This is why you can’t find love
To be alive is to experience chaos
Accepting your core emotional needs
Self-Discovery Prompt #8: Knowing Our needs
Infidelity doesn’t always spell the end of a relationship.
LV Development is becoming Practical Growth
What you need to know about leaving a bad relationship
Self-Discovery Prompt #7: Seeing the Obstacles
Neglect lingers long after the wounds from childhood fade.
I agree 100%. It would solve a lot of the problems we find ourselves in.
What an incredible path you are on!
Subtle signs they’re not a great person
Self-Discovery Prompt #6: The Right Relationship
Are you sure you actually know what narcissism is?
Be a more understanding partner
Self-Discovery Prompt #5: Visualizing the Change
Thank you! And thank you so much for reading.
What low self-esteem actually looks like
Self-Discovery Prompt #4: Discomfort and Growth
Think that getting in a relationship is all that matters?
The happiness myths we need to dispel
Have you fallen in love with a narcissist?
It’s time to leave your toxic relationship
When you fear happiness, it flees you.
Self-care shouldn’t be a once-a-year affair for you.
Telling signs you’re the problem in your friendship
Self-Discovery Prompt #2: Core Issues
You don’t have to hold on to the pain of your past anymore.
Embracing change in our relationships
I emphasize this a lot a lot with my readers and my clients.
Self-Discovery Prompt 1: Positives and Negatives
Our failures are often little more than a result of our distractions.
It’s time for you to become emotionally intelligent
Hello. I write helpful (and drama-free) things
When it gets dangerous, you have to prioritize yourself. Many thanks for reading.
Holding yourself accountable in relationships
Being attractive has little to do with physical looks.
Loving Someone with Bipolar Disorder
How can I apologize so it feels genuine and powerful?
If you resent your partner, there’s a really good reason for it.
Some truths about losing weight
Knowing when you have a strong relationship
Is your relationship worth saving?
Playing the Victim Doesn’t Pay
The early warning signs of an unreliable person
What happens when you build on lust
This. I’ve never seen the drama over GoFundMe like I’ve seen in the last week on this platform.
It’s okay to admit that you’re tired.
Why you’re actually so irritable
Thank you, I really appreciate that.
Stop dealing in double standards
Do all your relationships fail?
Don’t ignore your pandemic trauma
It’s not being defensive, it’s reacting to something rude.
Well, that's where you've pitiously embarassed yourself.
Building more resilient relationships
Their darkness is hidden in the open.
When you’re dealing with relationship neglect
Can you believe people fall for that one? Thank you so much!
Are they actually attracted you?
Relationship myths it’s time to let go of
Your penchant for toxic partners? That’s not by accident.
The best way to handle a copycat
It’s time to stop sabotaging yourself
Letting Go of the One Who Got Away
When you know your relationship doesn’t have a future
Thank you, Valerie! Hope it was helpful.
I am just coming out on the other side of this and it has really made the struggle worth it.
Hi there! I know what you mean.
Cats are good. I'm a big believer in cats.
When you’re the child of a narcissist, life is a struggle
It’s time to become a morning person
Gaslighting doesn’t always live out in the open.
How to support a partner with ADHD
The personal boundaries we all need
Your relationship puzzle is missing pieces
Your children need certain things
Now is the time to do what you want
Thank you, A.G. I hope it was helpful!
Wow! Thanks for sharing this, Felicia.
Wow! It's really powerful to hear that someone also went down the same path.
Honestly one of the nicest comments I've ever had.
Nope! In the majority of cases, the narcissist’s ego will never allow them to see their faults.
Why you’re clinging to that toxic friendship
I just think it would be helpful to point out specific abusers, then, instead of encouraging…
What it was like growing up in a narcissistic family
I hate when people smear all personal development with the same brush when some of us are out here…
Social media is making your social anxiety worse
Feeling the loneliness of at-home and remote work?
This is such a crucial part of online dating that people *have* to understand.
I've written about toxic women too! You should check out my articles on toxic and abusive mothers.
Stay strong and don't forget to prioritize yourself.
Happy to help! Hope you got some clarity on your situation.
There’s no avoiding conflict in the real world.
Are you cut out for online dating?
Making the right choices in life
We can find hope in failed relationships
Why you actually resent your partner
How to deal with an adult bully
We have to be aware of our partner’s intimate needs
When you’re indifferent to your partner
Why you’re bored in the bedroom
The transcendent power of cultivating silence
This is why your partner left you
The secret tactics gaslighters use against you
You’re too dependent on your partner
The best thing about the friend-zone is everything.
When you’re stuck as friends with benefits
Your expectations are too high
Our emotional battery has a finite life and charge
The men in your life are toxic
Are you in love with a narcissist?
Why some couples fight so much
Sadness doesn’t go away until we take its lessons to heart.
Stop letting them invalidate your feelings
How to build a life you can thrive in
Do you feel stuck and bored in your relationship?
Can your bad relationship become a good relationship?
Early warning signs of a dangerous partner
Your relationships are your responsibility to sort out
Are they micromanipulating you?
Are they really in love with you?
Show your partner more appreciation
It’s time to figure out your sexual personality
When someone truly wants something, there’s no denying them
Q. How can I talk about my abuse?
Signs you’re hiding your emotions
Is the narcissist in your life controlling you with sex?
You haven’t healed your childhood wounds
Q. What was your childhood trauma like?
Sorry, darling. You’re not as in love as you think you are.
Are you emotionally dependent on your partner?
Being aware of a jealous parent
Q. How can I make sure I’m not projecting my past trauma onto others?
Is something holding you back in life?
Solid signs they aren’t attracted to you
Men are definitely at a disadvantage in emotions because of the conditioning they're subjected to…
It's a hard pill to swallow, becuse you have a right to stand up for yourself.
I'm glad it helped shine a light where it needed to be. Thank you for reading!
Q. How do you manage a breakup?
Why the men in your life are emotionally unavailable
The trouble with interfering in-laws
Q. How does it feel while you’re healing from abuse?
Struggling to fix your broken relationship?
Signs you’re in the right relationship
Glad to be of help! Thanks for reading.
Are you dealing with toxic guilt?
The best way to handle family rejection
That's the best way to do it, especially when you can't cut ties entirely.
Has your partner shut everyone out?
The best revenge is seeing a narcissist for who they are
It sounds like you are exactly where you need to be.
In general, in points to a few complex issues which could take a little more time to work out.
Q. How do I deal with someone who wants power over me?
Welcome to the age of elevated women
Do you see your partner as the enemy?
What happens when a narcissistic parent dies
Thank you! This is going to save a lot of time and energy. A great step in the right direction.
I didn't even realize this had happened, but I would tend to buy Medium on it.
Q. What would a person be getting out of keeping you miserable?
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The distractions that get in the way of your happiness
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Why toxic people behave the way they do
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The defense mechanisms that are holding you back in life and love
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The biggest mistakes coaching clients make
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It’s time to check your Main Character Syndrome
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Are the result of a narcissistic family?
Not all of us have a healthy relationship with sex.
Why your mother couldn’t love you
Are they being honest about their feelings?
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Dealing with a toxic or abusive sibling?
It’s time to clear out your emotional clutter
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When your breakup is complicated
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You’re the emotional punching bag in your relationship
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They had no choice but to leave you
Confronting your urge to cheat
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Every relationship benefits from boundaries
The emotional cost of consumer genetics
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Don’t let your imposter syndrome take control
When your relationship is failing
Self-care should be a part of everyday life
Do you think that time heals all wounds?
How to handle anger in your relationship
Stop being a judgmental person
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It’s time for you to be more assertive
What do you rely on your partner for?
All the communal narcissists that have disrupted your life
What to do when they don’t love you back
How to support your partner through infertility
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How to access your forgiveness
The difference between emotions
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Do they have too much baggage for you?
Post-breakup struggles we all face
What I’ve learned from 2 years on Medium
Stop teaching your child to hide
Your partner probably isn’t a narcissist
Is it healthy to hold on to resentment?
We should always be respectful of our partners
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How do I stop missing my partner?
Motivation myths aren’t healthy
You have to stop fearing happiness to find it
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The personalities you meet in a narcissistic family
Secrets pull our partners away from us
Defensive behaviors are ruining your relationships
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Is your mother a toxic person?
Early warning signs of emotional abuse
Are you currently on a path to healing your childhood abuse and neglect?
Figuring out what you want to do with your life
There’s no hiding a heart that’s falling from the heights of love.
Stop trying to change your partner
Q. How do you deal with someone who blames you for everything?
Is your partner really serious about you?
The traits narcissists look for in their romantic partners
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The exes you never quite get over
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Were you emotionally neglected or abused as a child?
Signs of an emotionally unavailable person
Even the happiest relationship can’t avoid conflict.
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Q. How would you react if your partner accused you of never being there?
What you realize when you heal from childhood trauma
Q. What are some of the signs of toxic friendship?
Thinking of cheating on your partner?
Dealing with post-pandemic social fatigue
When your best friend is a covert narcissist
Some people care more about themselves than they do about us.
How happy couples actually treat each other
What is called when someone pushes you to your limit?
The dark side of consumer DNA testing
Are you confusing these toxic behaviors with love?
When your parents can’t acknowledge you
Don't get me wrong, there's still some rotten people out there perpetuating the same patterrns.
How do I handle my parents’ divorce?
Wow. Thank you for sharing this.
Very apt quotes that fit the sentiment well.
Your biggest relationship questions answered
Falling for the favorite child
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The Re-Parenting Shift Is Here
Why You Keep Failing in Relationships
Do you continually feel disappointed in your relationships?
Stop your inner child from wrecking your relationships
How can I move past dependency on my friends?
Dealing With the Warning Signs
The stages of narcissistic friendship
Is it normal to feel sorry for yourself when you’re busy?
Partners with dark personalities
Is your relationship a quaranfling?
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Not all trauma lives out in the open
Nobody cares (as much as you do)
These defense mechanisms are ruining your life
Post-pandemic relationship expectations are plummeting
Q. How do toxic shame and feelings of defectiveness affect friendships?
Is it time to leave your relationship?
Dealing with an immature partner
Q. What is causing my mother to emotionally neglect me?
To improve your sex life you need to increase your self-esteem
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If you don’t believe you can succeed, then that’s exactly what will happen.
The types of toxic people you should always avoid investing in
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Are you and your partner struggling to connect?
So true. A lot of us have to start at square one and rethink everything we thought we knew about…
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A lot of people want to become parents
Your mother can be just as toxic as anyone else
Do you know what actual gaslighting is?
Signs you’re heading for a long-term relationship
Q. How would you ask estranged family why they dislike you?
Are you a full-time caregiver?
The dangers of falling for the favorite child
Q. How much harder is it to get over a heartache at a later age?
Addiction destroys more than the addict
Knowing when your anger is a problem
Q. How can we identify toxic and abusive people?
Is someone important avoiding you?
Q. Why are my friends so insensitive toward me?
We are the ones responsible for protecting our energy and our wellbeing
Forming deeper connections in our relationships
Q. What is immaturity and how do I deal with it?
Laying the groundwork for better relationships
It’s time to heal your inner child
What type of relationship do you have?
Beware these signs of financial abuse
Feeling overwhelmed by the sadness and stress of everyday life?
How to be realistically optimistic
Even positivity comes with a dark side.
It’s time for you and your partner to take a break
Q. Why do I constantly feel the need for friendship and how can I stop?
Not every apology is created equally.
The best ways to strengthen your relationship
Q. What can I do to find healing from betrayal trauma?
Relationships require the right ingredients
It’s time to live in the moment
Q. How do I help my girlfriend deal with her negative emotions?
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You have a right to set boundaries
How to re-socialize with confidence in the post-pandemic world
Q. How do I deal with a toxic sister-n-law.
Are you the cycle breaker in your family?
When it comes to dating, rules become barriers.
Q. How do you get past the shame and guilt from your past?
Have you and your partner lost your spark?
You need to let yourself walk away
Accept what your depression is trying to tell you
The best ways to deal with a jealous partner
Getting motivated isn’t a matter of magic
The mistakes that are holding you back in your relationships
Not everyone responds to childhood trauma the same way
Thankfully I didn’t have to read long to find myself.
Dealing with someone who puts you down
Do you know what a sexually healthy relationship looks like?
You won’t get anywhere in life until you love yourself
Your relationship isn’t worth repairing
Q. What does it feel like to be betrayed?
You need to be more mindful in love
Q. How do I deal with an abusive ex?
Competing with your partner will only end in heartache
They aren’t in love with you anymore
Q. What are the signs of a man being emotionally immature
Are you the victim of financial abuse?
Be Aware of These Signs of Financial Abuse
You need to get your feelings hurt
Cutting them loose with kindness
Making a mistake is the best thing you can do
Q. I ghosted my toxic girlfriend because I felt devalued and disrespected.
Have you asked yourself these questions before getting into a serious relationship?
Your partner isn’t your competition
Q. Where’s the most common place to meet a partner?
When we lose our partners to death we lose a piece of ourselves.
Beware these signs of financial abuse
The pandemic has changed our relationships
Q. How does it feel to be ignored by your in-laws? (via Quora)
Not every relationship is meant to work out
Q. Is it normal for my family to bring up my past and I feel guilty about it.
Are you dealing with a dark triad partner?
That little irritation is becoming a big problem
Q. How can a controlling relationship affect mental health.
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Why you keep choosing bad partners (even though you know they’re bad)
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Loving ourselves isn’t optional anymore.
Relationship Renovator is out on Monday
You’re ignoring these signs of an abusive relationship
Talk to your children about relationships
Narcissistic parents are liars
The biggest turnoffs that ruin a first date
The gaslighter’s traps are subtle
As an adopted child - thank you! This is the ultimate statement of unconditional love.
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Are you ready to rediscover real love?
Talking to people we don’t agree with
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Stop sacrificing yourself on the altar of love
What you’re getting wrong about love
Avoid these people for a happy life
You have no voice in your relationship
Your stressful relationship is a risk to your health
Tips for loving yourself more effectively
Q. Why do I indulge in escapist behavior?
When you judge others, you only expose your own insecurities
The different stages of gaslighting
Some friendships are for a lifetime, and some are for a season
What to do when you come to a fork in the road
There’s a big difference between being happy and being content
Dealing as a highly sensitive person
Q. Why do people compare themselves to others (so harshly)
Self-centered behavior isn’t always as obvious as we think.
You’re crossing the line into infidelity
Are you actually a likable person?
Q. How do I deal with my mother who is always blame shifting and being emotionally unavailable?
Letting go of outdated beliefs
The real reason you can’t get over your ex
Being lazy is the best thing you can do right now
How to be friendly without being a creep
Your partner is too controlling
Q. Is it normal to get anxiety in a relationship?
Don’t run away from your anger
Are you as likable as you think you are?
Q. Does relationship counseling work with narcissists?
Does your partner care about you?
Q. How is resentful behavior related to self-esteem?
Re-parent yourself to find happiness
The warning signs of sexual coercion
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Some relationships push themselves beyond the brink of saving.
What your children need to hear from you
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Q. What does real love look like?
Are you allowing yourself to be crushed by the constant negativity?
How your childhood experiences affect your adulthood
It’s time to stop beating yourself up
Your bad childhood is affecting your adulthood
Is there a narcissist in your bedroom?
Signs you’re still not over your ex
Q. Should I stay friends with someone that makes me often cry?
Does Your Partner Really Care About You?
Conflict is unavoidable, no matter how solid your relationship may be.
You’re still too close to your trauma to heal it
Psychologically abusive parents
Negative motivational patterns
Does your partner really care about you?
Q. Why am I still feeling heartbroken?
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Why you’re drawn to toxic partners
Q. What can I do for my girlfriend to make her feel better about abortion?
Are you living in the present or are you stuck in the past?
Q. What should you do when your depression interferes with your relationships?
We can’t be hypocrites and be honest with ourselves
How to Silence Your Inner Critic
These fears are holding you back in life
Addiction is a disease that impacts far more than the sufferer.
The best ways to silence your inner critic
Listen to what your gut is telling you: Are they being honest?
Exactly! Things going on inside can be an explanation, but they’re no excuse.
You’re not in a relationship. You’re raising two children.
Finding connection in the pandemic age
Q. Why do my parents blame me for their fights?
Every relationship needs intimate boundaries
How to decide the future of your relationship
Q. What is the best way to maintain a positive mindset in life, and why?
Q. Can a person pretend not to have a grudge?
You can’t make your partner into someone they aren’t.
Why You're Not Getting What You Want in the Bedroom
Building resilience that lasts beyond the pandemic
Is your partner growing more and more distant?
The cost of falling in love too easily
Q. My husband had an affair. Is it possible to recover?
Without a solid foundation of self-esteem it’s hard to protect ourselves from the hardships of life.
Why you don’t get what you want in the bedroom
Q. How do I get over a breakup?
Not everyone needs to be a part of our life, and not everyone deserves to be.
What happens when we get stuck in life
This Is How You’re Really Going to Improve Your Life
How to online date the right way
Q. What is the best way for me to prevent burnout?
Your friendship has turned toxic
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Q. What is something I can start doing today to improve my mental health?
Your friendship is crossing the line
Q. How do parents deceive their children? (via Quora)
This is why you keep falling in love so quickly
How to tell when you’ve had enough
Q. How do I tell my children about my narcissist mother?
Stop giving up power in your relationship
Lies we learn from our narcissistic parents
Q. I grew up in a dysfunctional home.
The Undeniable Signs They're Taking Advantage of You
The best ways to mend a fractured friendship
Grow up for happier relationships
Who are you going to be after the pandemic?
Again, that’s very judgemental and doesn’t take into account the very real physiological changes…
Protecting Your Children From Your Divorce
You don’t have to agree with someone to have a civil conversation with them.
Practical Ways to Find Satisfaction in Everyday Life
Q. What’s the best dating advice you’ve ever been given?
Stop being an emotional punching bag
Childhood Trauma Archetypes: The Aimless Wanderer
Q. What are some of the signs of a dysfunctional family?
We have to learn to get past the differences
Handling Your Cabin Fever Effectively
Childhood Trauma Archetypes: The Substitute
Q. How can I improve our communication?
The Undeniable Signs of Gaslighting
It’s important to find your feet in the chaos
Childhood Trauma Archetypes: The Wild Child
We can’t lead happy lives stuck to miserable people.
Childhood Trauma Archetypes: The Jester
Q. Why is it so difficult to “turn my mind off” and sleep through the night?
We have to learn to deal with the constant negativity
The most important relationship is your relationship with self
These affirmations can help improve our happiness
You are not what happened to you
Childhood Trauma Archetypes: The Necessary Hero
Decide who you want to be after the pandemic
The best ways to cope with cabin fever
If You Want to be a Good Parent You Have to Heal Your Childhood Trauma
Q. Why do narcissists seem so happy after discarding someone?
Finding the right partner requires knowing what to look for.
Q. I have been separated for almost a year from my soon to be ex husband and divorce process is…
We have to be able to talk to others
Affirmations Which Can Help Improve Our Happiness
Q. When will I know I’m ready to pursue a relationship again?
Knowing how to make space for someone
Yes, more often than not - it's not worth arguing with a gaslighter.
These things could be killing passion in your relationship
Q. How do I confront a bossy overbearing mum who gets all up in my personal space?
The 5 childhood trauma archetypes
It depends on the person and the situation, which is only something you can judge.
This only applies after the situation has been extensively explained to the person.
In no way, shape, or form is that being said.
Q. My husband of 30 years passed away at my feet
True forgiveness requires a true apology from a place of remorse.
Your Childhood Trauma is Killing Your Relationship
You’re about to invest in a high-conflict partner
Relationships, Psychology, and Personal Growth
Gaslighting Phrases You Aren’t Paying Attention To
Q. Is it possible to recover from narcissistic abuse?
How to stop being passive aggressive in your relationship
Why you feel so disappointed in your relationships
Q. I think my boyfriend is about to break up with me.
It’s Time to Stop Letting Them Push Your Buttons
Q. What lessons can we take out of failed relationships?
Some people have too much baggage
Accepting That You Had a Narcissist for a Parent
How to talk to someone you don’t agree with
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Q. My mother makes fun of me and tells me that I’ll never be happy the way I am.
Sure, the world is a chaotic place right now.
Deciding who you’re going to be after the pandemic
Q. What is the key for a healthy relationship?
Deal with your envy before it’s too late
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The Consequences of Getting Too Comfortable
How to tell when someone is being insincere
The motivation myths that are holding you back
Subtle Childhood Trauma Symptoms You’re Ignoring
Your need to over-apologize is toxic
You don’t behave this way when you love someone
Relationships get stuck sometimes
Stop teaching your child to hide their emotional needs
I’m tired of standing in lines
Be a parent who teaches your children to say “yes” to life
They aren’t ready for a relationship
They have too much baggage for you
Your partner is hiding something
I've been clinging to the books on this list for years.
They’re taking advantage of you
Resolving conflict as a couple
False beliefs which will destroy your relationship
We can’t project in our relationships
This is why I make the point – several times – that your depression is trying to tell you to get…
The worst relationships you’ve ever been in
Building a chosen family for yourself
This is why they deny the facts
Your depression is trying to tell you something
Backseat parents make it impossible to thrive on your own terms.
You’re a people pleaser (and that’s a problem)
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How to filter useful self-help advice
The low-risk, high payoff actions you need to take this year
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It’s time to consider relationship counseling
More meaningful ways to show your partner that you care
You can’t control your partner or the decisions that they make.
When you’re a difficult person to deal with it makes it challenging to build efficient, happy…
The traits that make you a good partner
Being a better requires that you look to the future and consider the weight of your actions here…
Why you have to let go of the past
Signs that someone is hiding something from you
Breakup mistakes you have to quit making
It’s Just Different For the Man
It’s a new year and that means a fresh start in so many ways.
It’s time to start lying to yourself
Thank you and thank you for reading!
Best of luck to you on your marriage.
You can choose to look at the glass as half full all the time, or you can decide to take action…
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