More and more attention is being paid to the term “narcissism” every year. In the age of immediate feedback, cell phones with cameras, social media and of course the “selfie”, people everywhere are wondering if we have become so preoccupied with ourselves that narcissism is on the rise What IS narcissism? Narcissism is short for Narcissistic Personality Disorder or NPD. This is a diagnostic category (in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual known as the DSM-IV and V) that is characterized by grandiosity, need for admiration, exploiting others, and the tell tale sign–lack of empathy....

It’s important to have closure after a breakup. Closures are important because it helps us navigate what happened and where it went wrong. It also prevents you from repeating the same mistakes in your new relationship. Below are some useful, important, and funny questions to ask your ex for closure. 23 Questions To Ask Your Ex After A Breakup Breakups are difficult to deal with. You feel heartbroken and spend most of your time in bed eating ice cream and watching sappy rom-coms to help you restore your faith in love....

The tiring thoughts and troubled mind join the room, as a matter of fact, they kick out the calm thoughts, and peace of mind. He just won’t text back! Not to mention the almost compulsive urge to check the phone every time a notification pops up, with the thought of ‘Oh this could be him!’. Yet again, he won’t text back! The solution to this problem is in you, it’s just that it’s a little blurry because, well, he didn’t text back....

When love is backed up by healthy communication and openness, you’ve got a strong bond that overcomes the miles! You’re facing another obstacle that isn’t measured by miles: He pulled away. Now the distance is measured by his behavior, the way he approaches you, and the way he talks to you. How is this behavior exactly manifested, and what can you do about it? Let’s ease those troubled thoughts!...

A) is delightful. You meet someone and the attraction is instant. Bells ring, hearts pound, eyes meet, other body parts too do their jobs, and soon you are dating. All of these happen in Valentine’s Day releases. B) is equally delightful. You decide what and who you want in life. Draw up a game plan. Calculate the pros and cons. Enlist necessary resources – friends, family, websites…and go for it with single-minded dedication....

There are good chances of your previous partner coming back to you, months after you two have broken off. This really complicates your situation especially if you’ve spent time moving on with your life. And you’re left wondering why men come back months later only to again bring up something that was a part of your past. Let’s look at 11 reasons why he disappeared and came back months later....

What is it about the man who always offers to pick up the heavy bags that’s so appealing? And does this act stem from care or is it a remark on her physical weakness and the norm that “women must be cared for and protected”? In this article, psychologist Pragati Sureka (MA in Clinical Psychology, professional credits from Harvard Medical School), who specializes in addressing issues like anger management, parenting issues, abusive and loveless marriage through emotional ability resources, writes about the paradoxical conundrum of benevolently sexist men being appealing....

Many people wonder how to identify unconditional love and trust in relationships. So today, we shall look into some examples of unconditional love and how they manifest into wholesome relationships and bonds that transcend fictional romance. Let us keep in mind that unconditional love should be healthy, reciprocated, and help both people feel satisfied. The sacrifice of self-love does not define unconditional love. It is best to understand what it truly is:...

Abuse has many forms and interpretations. Generally, the word ‘abuse’ represents behavior that’s harmful, damaging emotionally, physically, sexually, culturally, etc. There are misconceptions on what an abusive relationship represents, and it’s one of the many reasons why a victim of abuse continues to stay in an abusive relationship. Abuse can be solely emotional, solely physical, solely sexual, or it can be all/some of those combined. It doesn’t have to be only physical for it to be called abuse....

I have researched a lot, read a lot of heartbreak books, seen a lot of tear-inducing films, and also gotten our own hearts broken. That is how this list has come up in order to help you move on after a breakup when you are still in love. The question here is – how to move on from a serious relationship? I understand that heartbreaks are tough but I know that you are a fighter as well....

What are some good questions to ask Siblings? Are you meeting your siblings again after a long time apart? You may have grown up together, but that doesn’t mean you know each other well, does it? After all, you went your separate ways some time back. Much has changed for both of you, and there’s much catching up to do. That’s great, of course—that means there are many pleasant conversations to be had....

However, when you deal with their unrealistic demands and tantrums under the pretext of “I guess that’s just married life,” it isn’t going to end well. If you can recognize the signs of a narcissistic wife, it may help in defusing the inevitable tension that may arise in your marriage. 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), who specializes in counseling for extramarital affairs, breakups, separation, grief and loss, let’s take a look at the signs of a narcissistic wife and how to deal with such a situation....

There are ways to tell when a guy has anger issues. It could be as subtle as being too quick to react to everything you say or as obvious as isolating you from friends and family. Since there is no defined behavior template for men with anger issues, attributing all their reactions to temper can get confusing. But the ice-cold silent treatment and the sharp words stabbing like a sword will always notify you when a guy has anger issues....

Whatever your reasons, this journey cannot be an easy one to embark on. On the one hand, you have to brace yourself for the heart-breaking realization that your wife has violated your trust and the vows of marriage. On the other, there is the guilt of intruding on her privacy. What if it’s all for nothing? What if your suspicions are unfounded? How would you live with yourself afterward? These dilemmas are bound to weigh on your mind....

She probably says everything is all right and gets frustrated every time you ask her if she’s doing okay. To be fair, sometimes your paranoid mind can lead you to jump the gun a bit too much. Unless you found text messages on wife’s phone and have undeniable proof that she fancies someone else, you can’t just walk up to her and drop this bomb. To find that proof, you need to keep your eyes open and not act super suspicious as if you are keeping a tab on her....

It can seem that there are no easy answers to this question. Particularly, given your circumstances where a sense of gloom and loneliness become your constant companions despite the fact that you are wedded to a partner. It is as if you are stuck and don’t have a way out. Unhappy marriages bring anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and self-doubt. We’re here to help you learn how to survive a bad marriage without divorce....

Whether it is to impress your better half’s parents or friends, that colleague at work you are secretly crushing on, that person you’re trying to befriend, or anyone else that you don’t know that well but surely want to, there are a variety of things to get them. Don’t think you are alone in making this decision – we have your back. It is now time to lay down 12 creative gift ideas for people you don’t know well....

One of the main reasons behind this is that we’ve been so conditioned to believe in the “till death do us part” paradigm that accepting the fact that our marital problems are spiraling out of control can be hard for most people. Not to mention that there is still some sort of stigma attached to divorce and the idea of rebuilding a life from scratch can seem far more daunting than staying on in an unhappy marriage....

Just like there is no magic potion for good health, there isn’t one for building a relationship with someone either. It needs constant work, conscious effort and commitment to start a healthy dating relationship or make an unhealthy relationship healthy. But before we get into how to build a healthy relationship, we need to understand what it looks like. A healthy relationship is one filled with mutual respect, clear communication and positive energy....

What kills love in a marriage? Certain actions and behavior can be detrimental to a couple. And sometimes, knowingly or unknowingly, we end up doing these and cause hurt or resentment. Psychologist Samindara Sawant who deals with couple counseling and marriage therapy helps us understand the little habits that destroy a marriage. 13 Common Things Husbands Do To Destroy Their Marriage Nobody says marriage is easy, but no one ever tells you how hard it can get....