3. A narcissist is self-obsessed 4. Narcissists have no empathy 5. They have a superiority complex 6. Narcissists are hungry for praise 7. They expect a lot from their partners

You read that right, a man’s true intentions can be deciphered by simply keeping an eye out for some tell-tale behavior patterns. More often than not, there are even some early signs he wants you to be his girlfriend that can help you make up your own mind about your future with a guy you may be interested in. It’s vital to actively look out for these signs and indications because you must understand a guy’s intentions before jumping into things with him....

Nothing can define or measure the intensity of the dumper and the dumpee’s feelings. It all depends on the reason you broke up and how they perceive the breakup. Depending on their attachment style they will go through these stages differently. For a few days, they will feel like they are free, and then they will struggle with their inner thoughts differently. The avoidant, will send their thoughts to the back of their mind and suppress their feelings....

Yes, you read that right. There are rules of dating texting that can actually make or break your relationship. Texting etiquettes are ever-evolving. Texting is the pre-game shenanigan. Monosyllabic replies don’t always mean disinterest. In the same time, little to no time replies does not necessarily mean they are super interested in you. Dating texting is an upgrading game you need to keep up. If you have been out of the game for a while, chances are you missed out on a few upgradations....

What is it like dating an Aries man? Out of the blue, an Aries man can go suddenly go silent and he has a tendency to become distant every once in a while. But there are certain particular things that make Aries men very, very happy. Below are a few brutal truths of dating an Aries man which will help you understand him better and therefore make your relationship stronger....

Maybe it’s because we’re fed a steady diet of how if we’re sweet and accommodating, love will find us quicker. Maybe it’s because we’re always seen in the roles of giver and nurturer. Or maybe it’s because we’re forever made to feel that we’re not quite enough for our ideal romantic relationship and that it’s more practical to lower our standards. Low self-esteem in a relationship can turn dark and toxic as one partner will start demanding constant reassurance and be consistently insecure....

When your “Did I say something wrong?” is met with a cold shoulder and a firm “Nothing”, you know you really messed up. What’s worse is that you don’t even really know what you said, which puts you at risk of repeating the same mistake again. Only next time, you know you’re sleeping on the sofa. To avoid tossing and turning on the sofa the entire night, take a look at the things you should never say to your wife to make sure you don’t accidentally make her reconsider every decision she’s taken thus far....

Well, accountability is the total opposite of this. You don’t blame it on the night. And you definitely don’t blame it on the manipulation. You always have a choice. And how you make those choices determines your accountability in relationships. And where do you stand on the relationship accountability spectrum? Let’s find out, with the help of emotional wellness and mindfulness coach Pooja Priyamvada (certified in Psychological and Mental Health First Aid from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and the University of Sydney)....

“It is either my way or highway.” Sometimes, you may believe that you’re looking out for yourself. But in reality, you’re just a selfish boyfriend/girlfriend. When you’re disagreeing with your partner and you insist things go your way, you might be coming off as dismissive about their opinion. Small things like this can start to plant seeds of resentment in your partner. This easy quiz, consisting of just seven questions, will help you figure it out....

What Is A God Complex? Are you wondering what is a god complex? Well, in simple terms, a god complex is a delusional image of oneself that a person creates in their heads. This delusional image is driven by a hunger for power, a need to control everything, the desire to manipulate everyone, and a strong sense of narcissism. Just like the name suggests, a god complex is an impression that a particular individual is like god....

Whether it’s in our genes, situations, choices, decisions, and circumstances cheating happens more than you think it does. Especially if we consider that we as a society have monogamy as a basic standard on how we form and continue romantic relationships. It’s even more ironic when we consider the fact that infidelity is widely shamed in many societies, in some countries even dealt with punishments; and yet, people still do it....

I remember being puzzled, “Then why do they look alike?” Mum’s smile changed to a pensive look. “I never really saw a resemblance before. But now that you mention it, they indeed look alike.” Was it just our mind playing tricks on us? When we got home, we rummaged through our collection of old photos and found a wedding photo of Aunt Tilly and Uncle Frankie taken years ago. They definitely didn’t look alike then....

You might be asking yourself how and why I let myself feel so threatened while in a relationship. But I was just so shellshocked by the kind of man I had found myself dating that I couldn’t help but be in awe of him. The way he went about his day was so different than what I was used to seeing! Read on to find out how comparing myself to others taught me a valuable lesson and how the relationship that seemed perfect was actually far from it....

Arranged or love, marriage requires a lot of understanding and sacrifices. As humans, we all need love, care, concern and someone to understand us. Marriage is the beginning of a life-long commitment. It also provides an opportunity to grow in selflessness as you serve your family. Marriage is more than a physical union; it is also a spiritual and emotional union. Once the wedding is over, most couples and families exhale a sigh of relief....

(As told to Tripti Sharan) He Didn’t Even Reply To My Message After We Made Love “Hello?” I finally made the call. Texting wasn’t helping. I panicked but gathered my wits. He owed me this. “Hello, it’s me.” An awkward silence ensued. “Hey listen, I’m in a meeting!” The harsh hollowness in his voice resonated with rejection, much like the silence that was greeting me these days. “I know you don’t want to talk to me....

The more he thinks thus, the better he understands Draupadi’s commitment towards them. Despite what had been done to her because of his choices, she had chosen to be exiled with them. She did have the choice to return to Kampilya, but she didn’t. The Pandavas were not perfect despite the reputation of being on the right side of Dharma. They all had different characteristics and flaws. While together, they signified perfection; individually, they were flawed people....

When it comes to a boy’s personality, most of us think “like father, like son”. But as the primary caregiver in the household, a growing boy picks up quite a few traits from his mother too. In their formative years, boys learn some of their earliest lessons about life, love, and trust from their mothers, and having a narcissistic mother can be particularly devastating. Sons of narcissistic mothers are more likely to have lower self-esteem, trouble forming meaningful relationships, and difficulty regulating their emotions....

Loving someone with a borderline personality disorder is a complex state of affairs, and the whirlwind of emotions can’t really be put into words. Imagine a push and pull of drastic proportions, toxicity, hostility, infatuation, obsession, empathy, and devaluation — all in a week. Is there a calm before the storm? Just how drastic can the storm be? And once it comes, what do you need to do to navigate the rocky waters?...

Apart from trust, communication is the most important element of a healthy relationship. Human beings are social creatures, we enjoy talking to each other; but fundamentally, we want to be around people who understand our needs, and to understand someone’s needs, they must be communicated. One of the many reasons relationships fail is a communication breakdown, or an inability to communicate. You may have noticed that your partner often switches off, they’re in a bad mood and you don’t know why....

Think that is not such a big deal? Ask a woman who has to bear the brunt of the fat male ego that triggers the strong belief that they are always right and can do nothing wrong! He might cut you off, not entertain a counter opinion, always dominate the conversation, and refuse to hear you. Initially, it might not rankle but when he does this EVERY single time you have a chat, a tiny question will pop up in your head – ‘Why Does My Husband Think He Does Nothing Wrong?...