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Dec 99 min read
Displacement and Narcissism Recovery
Why does your person with narcissistic traits hurt your feelings? Learn what displacement is, why it happens, and how to handle it!
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Nov 2510 min read
Denial, Gaslighting, and Narcissism Recovery
Learn how to identify and stay calm when a narcissist lies or uses gaslighting or denial!
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Nov 117 min read
Projection and Narcissism Recovery
Are you in a relationship with a person with narcissistic traits? Learn how to stay calm and respond assertively when they use projection!
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Nov 46 min read
Happy Thanksgiving!: Narcissism Recovery and the Holidays
Learn how gratitude, mindfulness, and other tips can help you enjoy a happy, healthy Thanksgiving Day as you navigate narcissism recovery.
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Oct 2811 min read
Dating and Red Flags in Narcissism Recovery, Part II
Are you dating after a relationship with a narcissistic partner? Uncover the red flags you need to be looking for as you date!
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Oct 217 min read
Red Flags in Dating and Narcissism Recovery, Part I
Ready to date, but afraid you'll miss the red flags associated with narcissism? Learn how to identify red flags, and date with confidence!
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Sep 236 min read
Replace Vague Pronouns, Enjoy Better Health!
Learn how replacing vague pronouns like it, this, and that can improve your mental and physical health!
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Sep 163 min read
Fault or Blame vs. Responsibility
Do you love little things that add up to make a big difference? Today’s topic is an excellent example of how making a simple change in...
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Aug 196 min read
Are You a Caring Parent to Yourself?
Is it easy to set boundaries on your behavior? Learn how to be a caring parent to yourself so you can enjoy a life of health and happiness!
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Aug 56 min read
Dating, Reality Testing, and You, Part 2
Learn why and how to reality test relationships, so you can avoid getting into a relationship with someone with narcissistic traits.
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donnaacostapllc
Jul 224 min read
Dating Flags Are Not Just Red and Green
Dating flags aren't just red and green. Discover more about dating flags and make good decisions about whom to date and when to run!
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Jul 154 min read
Forgiveness, Reconciliation, Apologies, and Repair in Narcissism Recovery
Here's what you need to know about forgiveness, reconciliation, apologies, and relationship repair in narcissism recovery.
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Jun 247 min read
Family Roles and Narcissism Recovery
Did you have a parent with narcissistic traits? Knowing about the roles you were assigned in your family can help you heal!
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Jun 37 min read
The Stages of Narcissism Recovery
Are you feeling stuck trying to heal from a narcissistic relationship? Stages of narcissism change can help you break free!
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May 274 min read
First-order versus Second-order Change
How do you know if change will be lasting? Understanding first-order versus second-order change can help!
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May 137 min read
Uncovering Unrealistic Expectations
We talked last week about JADEing, and how to avoid justifying, arguing, defending, or explaining when you're communicating with someone...
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May 66 min read
JADEing, and How to Avoid It
Learn what JADEing is, and how to avoid Justifying, Arguing, Defending, or Explaining
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Apr 293 min read
King (or Queen) Baby
Understand what King (or Queen) Baby is and how to address it when communicating with people with narcissistic traits.
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Mar 46 min read
Attraction, Attachment, Love...and Dating
When my clients start dating after being in a relationship with a person with narcissistic traits, they’re usually puzzled by the idea of...
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Feb 265 min read
Are You a People-Pleaser? Here's How to Stop!
If you know you’re a people-pleaser, I have good news – you can find balance between caring about others, and caring about yourself. The...
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