psychological manipulation
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How to Stay Sane and Avoid Psychological Manipulation: 7 Tips to Keep You Mentally Strong

ByLynn Nichols

7 Effective Tips to Maintain Mental Control, Stay Sane, and Resist Psychological Manipulation Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Manipulation. Something you thought that we could all do without. And while we can certainly do without it, we must address how it is indeed alive and well, whether or not we want to believe in its existence,…

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Manipulation: Unraveling the 7 Insidious Tactics that Divert People from their True Mission

ByLynn Nichols

Manipulation: Unraveling the 7 Insidious Tactics that Divert People from their True Mission Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Have you been sidetracked? Have you ever set out to accomplish something and then either got delayed, changed your mind, got lost in the process, or flat-out just stopped moving forward toward your mission? Yes, and while these…

patriarchy
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Unleashing Intuition and Independent Thought: 5 Ways the Patriarchy Uses Control Methods to Silence You

ByLynn Nichols

Unleashing Intuition and Independent Thought: 5 Ways the Patriarchy Uses Control Methods to Silence You Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Medium Put your seatbelt on.  I’ll wait. Ready? In the past few years, there have been several discussions, ongoing discussions, and there has been a lot of new information, which has historically been there, but now we are…

Cognitive Dissonance
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Cognitive Dissonance: 5 Difficult Reasons Why It’s the Biggest Hurdle in the Recovery Process

ByLynn Nichols

Cognitive Dissonance: 5 Clear Reasons Why It’s the Biggest Hurdle When Recovering Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Narcissists are known to use various tactics to manipulate and control their victims. These tactics can range from gaslighting to projection, from love-bombing to silent treatment, and many more. However, understanding these tactics can be difficult for those who…

Gaslighting - Control
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Gaslighting: 5 Insidious Reasons Why Narcissists Choose to Gaslight Their Victims for Control

ByLynn Nichols

Mastering Control: 5 Covert Motives Behind Narcissists’ Gaslighting Tactics Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Medium Is it All About Control? Gaslighting is a common tactic used by narcissists to manipulate and control their victims.  It involves denying the reality of a situation, making the victim doubt their own perceptions, and making them question their own sanity. …

Weight Changes in Recovery
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Changes in Weight After Narcissistic Abuse: 5 Reasons Why You Need to be Alert to this Topic

ByLynn Nichols

Weight Changes in the Recovery Process Podcast Facebook Youtube Instagram X-twitter Medium Link Trigger Warning: Article includes DV, Domestic Violence information which may trigger C-PTSD symptoms. Read with caution. Well, if you thought I hit the limit on sensitive topics, you will be in for a real treat with this article. Today, we are going…

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Why Narcissists are Drawn to Careers in Sales

ByLynn Nichols

Why Narcissists are Drawn to A Career in Sales Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Medium Sales! Sell More… What’s it all About? Have you ever thought a narcissist was acting like a sales representative? And vice versa, the most recent sales rep you met, seemed to have a lot of similarities to a narcissist.  Is there…

Conditioned by Family of Origin
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Was I ‘Conditioned’ to be in a Relationship with a Narcissist

ByLynn Nichols

Was I ‘Conditioned’ By my Family of Origin to Have a Relationship with a Narcissist Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Medium This post contains affiliate links for products and services we recommend. In addition, as an Amazon Associate, Moving Forward with Hope earns earn from qualifying purchases.  If you grew up within a narcissistic family environment…

Why the Narcissist Stonewalls
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The Undisclosed Reasons Why the Narcissist Stonewalls

ByLynn Nichols

Why the Narcissist Stonewalls – the Undisclosed reasons Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Medium Have you ever started to have a conversation with a narcissist, only to find out mid-sentence the conversation has been cut off, or they walk away, and they shut down the conversation entirely?  If you have been in a relationship with a…

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The Insult of Love Bombing and Why the Narcissist Uses It

ByLynn Nichols

The Subtle Insult of the Love Bomb and What is Really Occurring Love bombing can make a person feel like crud, but not at first. The initial reaction of love bombing within an undetected narcissistic relationship can equate to a positive interaction – until it’s recognized, and the underbelly is exposed as to what is…

Acting Skills of the Narcissist
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3 Acting Skills of the Narcissist | How It Begins

ByLynn Nichols

3 Acting Skills of the Narcissist: It Begins with Charisma Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Medium Have you ever met someone who was funny, charismatic, and who swept you off your feet in record time?   Perhaps you were drawn in because they listened intently to you, all while positioning themselves to have ample knowledge and not…

Why the Narcissist Studies You
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Why the Narcissist Studies You

ByLynn Nichols

Why the Narcissist Studies You, The Motivation Plus Ramifications Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Medium From the onset of the relationship with a narcissist, the game has begun. Their antics are ready to go and you will be the target for a while.  They will study you, learn your behaviors because they have ulterior motives at…

Tactics to Wreck Your Sanity
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5 Tactics Used By Narcissists to Wreck your Sanity

ByLynn Nichols

In this article I am going to include an excerpt from my book, Master Manipulators: Discover Covert Tactics Narcissists Devise to Manipulate, Deceive and Control. For more information and to pick up your copy, you can get it here or on audible. 5 Tactics Used by Narcissists to Wreck Your Sanity Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter…

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6 Hidden Reasons Why Online Dating Is a Cesspool for Narcissists

ByLynn Nichols

6 Hidden Reasons Why Online Dating is a Cesspool for Narcissists Facebook Youtube Instagram Twitter Medium Online dating has been around for decades, since 1995 to be exact, when match.com was launched.  It was the first dating website and many people created a profile in search for a partner without having to leave their home….

Narcissists Ignore
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4 Reasons Narcissists Ignore You

ByLynn Nichols

Ignored by a narcissist? Being in a relationship with a narcissist can be infuriating. It is NOT like most relationships. It can take years or even decades to uncover and see through the masks they so cleverly wear. Their disguise is perfected, polished, and preserved – even from those they closely associate with.

Most people are drawn in by their wittiness, smile, and candor, and may be quickly enticed by their flattery and knowledge. On the outside and especially around others, they will appear to be charming, attentive, and treat you kindly, but when in a one-on-one encounter they are absent, disconnected, deliberately unaware of your needs, and lack empathy to feel your pain or viewpoint from your side.

Traits that Attract Narcissists
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7 Character Traits that Attract Narcissists

ByLynn Nichols

Traits: A narcissist will look for prey, as if it is their source of survival. They are looking for individuals to “feed them” and go along with their planned agenda. A narcissist is searching for traits and certain attributes and has devised a plan to keep their supply intact.  They do this so they can feel in control, worthy, even if for evil planning.  It’s sickening and maddening for those in their path. 

Am I with A narcissist? Detect Today
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Am I with a Narcissist? 60+ Ways to Detect

ByLynn Nichols

Facebook Youtube Instagram This page was updated on May 8, 2023.   Table of Contents Am I with a narcissist? It is estimated 158 million people in the U.S. are affected by narcissistic abuse, and an estimated 6 percent* have narcissistic personality disorder.  The numbers are staggering, and it’s likely you know someone who has…

Financial Abuse Narcissist
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4 Steps to Overcome Financial Abuse from a Narcissist

ByLynn Nichols

4 Steps to Overcome Financial Abuse Podcast Facebook Youtube Instagram X-twitter Medium Financial abuse is a terrifying experience. You can regain control again over your own finances.  It may take some time, but keep your spirits high as you move forward.  We are going to talk about several steps to help navigate and to regain…