Negotiation Coaching: The Key to Standing Up to Narcissists
No one likes conflict—or at least, very few people do. Some people seem to thrive on conflict, bringing it with them everywhere like the plague. These people are known as high conflict personalities. Whether in the workplace, circle of friends, or a relationship,...
Playing the Victim: The Narcissist’s Tool for Manipulation Unmasked
When you hear the term “narcissism,” the images that tend to come to mind are of someone who loves to brag about themselves and put others down. The “me first” mentality is absolutely a core trait of narcissism, but there’s a darker side to some narcissists that isn’t...
Finding Financial Freedom in Divorce from a Narcissist
Being married to a narcissist means you slowly have pieces of yourself chipped away. It starts with the narcissist questioning your confidence, and eventually, you even lose track of your own reality. One of the many things you may lose in a marriage to a narcissist...
How Narcissists Self-Sabotage
When we think about narcissists, they often appear as calculating, manipulative, and always in control, skillfully playing with others’ emotions and perceptions. But despite their clever tactics, narcissists are often their own worst enemies. Beneath their façade of...
7 Tips for Aspiring High Conflict Negotiation Coaches
Have you ever been told you’re a peacemaker? Maybe you’ve noticed you tend to be the friend who stays out of everyone’s drama, or maybe you have a talent for fostering harmony between very different people. If this sounds like you, you might consider becoming a high...
5 Ways to Assert Yourself Against a Narcissist
Communicating with a narcissist or high-conflict individual can be extremely disorienting. One minute, you’re sure of your stance and opinions. The next minute, you’re doubting yourself and feeling confused about whether the narcissist really is a narcissist....
How to Beat a Narcissist at Their Isolation Game
Imagine playing a game with someone where the consequence of losing means you lose your support system. Many of your close friends and family members just disappear as if by magic. Now, imagine this: thousands of people are forced to play this game every day. Their...
5 Shocking Ways Covert Narcissists Manipulate Without You Noticing
Covert narcissists can be some of the most challenging and dangerous individuals to deal with. Unlike overt narcissists who openly crave attention and admiration, covert narcissists manipulate with subtlety, making their tactics harder to detect. They often portray...