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How to Cope With Narcissistic Abuse in Relationships

The Case for the Biopsychosocial Model for Depression

Are you in a relationship with a narcissist? Do you want your life to be yours again? Whether you’re in a relationship with a potential narcissist or have already ended a relationship with one, Power by Shahida Arabi offers advice on how to take back control of your life. Her biggest recommendation is to end the relationship and all contact with the narcissist, but not before gathering plenty of evidence of the abuse. Keep reading for suggestions on dealing with narcissistic abuse in relationships.

The Importance of Small Talk: A Stepping Stone to Connection

Do you hate small talk? Does it seem shallow and like a waste of time? Patrick King wrote an entire book about small talk. He sings its praises—and teaches the skill—because he recognizes the value of small talk as a stepping stone toward deeper connections. Read more to learn about the importance of small talk and how it’s just the beginning of substantive conversations.

How to Read Emotions: Body Language Tips From an FBI Agent

What does it mean when someone purses their lips? Why do people turn their feet away from others? Can you tell what someone’s feeling, despite what they’re saying? Joe Navarro, a retired FBI Special Agent, knows how to read people. In The Dictionary of Body Language, he examines some of the body language cues that indicate emotions, such as repetitive actions that suggest anxiousness and tense postures that indicate anger. Keep reading to learn how to read emotions through body language.

How to Recover From a Narcissistic Relationship: 3 Tips

Did you just get out of an abusive relationship? How can you recover from a narcissistic relationship? In Power, Shahida Arabi says that even after ending a relationship with a narcissist, the abuse may have long-lasting effects such as PTSD, low self-worth, depression, and more. Because of these wide-ranging effects, healing can be a years-long process. This is how to recover from a narcissistic relationship, according to Shahida Arabi.

How to Get Past Small Talk: 3 Tips From a Social Interaction Expert

Do you ever get stuck in the shallow pool of small talk? Would you like to learn how to take conversations into deeper territory? Small talk is an excellent way to start a conversation. But, if it stays there, the conversation can feel shallow and pointless. Social interaction specialist Patrick King shares some practical tips for transitioning from small talk to meaningful conversation. Read more to learn how to get past small talk and make the most of your interactions.

How to Stop Monopolizing Conversations (and Stop Others, Too)

Are you a conversation monopolizer? Or, do you fall victim to this and hardly get a word in edgewise? One-sided conversations aren’t really conversations; they’re monologues. Good conversationalists give each other space to talk. This requires both skill and thoughtfulness. Social interaction specialist Patrick King shows you how to cultivate these traits in his book Better Small Talk. Continue reading to learn how to stop monopolizing conversations and keep others from doing the same.

Necessary Endings by Henry Cloud: Book Overview

What is Necessary Endings by Henry Cloud about? Are you ready to put the past behind you? If you’ve ever struggled to leave a lousy job or a toxic relationship, psychologist Henry Cloud has advice for you. In Necessary Endings, Henry Cloud argues that pulling out of a bad situation is often the best way to move forward with your life. Read below for a brief overview of Necessary Endings.

Insecure Attachment in Relationships: Tips to Get You on Track

What are the primary attachment styles? How can insecure attachment in relationships be managed? One essential element of maintaining a happy relationship is to understand both your needs and your partner’s. Specifically, relationship experts recommend understanding your attachment styles and using strategies to maintain secure attachment and negate the effects of insecure attachment. Continue reading to learn about attachment styles in romantic relationships and ways to move toward relationship health.

How to Know Your Partner’s Love Language (and Speak It)

What love language does your partner primarily speak? How can you tell when you’ve identified it correctly? If you want to build and maintain a healthy relationship, you must understand your own needs and your partner’s needs. One way to do this is to understand the various love languages, identify which ones you and your partner speak the most, and then communicate accordingly. Read more to learn Gary Chapman’s advice on how to know your partner’s love language and use it well.

New Beginnings in Life: 3 Ways to Accept Endings

Why should you learn to accept endings? What are ways to welcome new beginnings in life? According to Necessary Endings by Henry Cloud, endings are an inevitable and often beneficial part of life. For new, healthy patterns to begin, old patterns must end. Let’s take a look at the mindset you need to be in to accept that these new beginnings aren’t a bad thing.