Even in the most loving relationships, there will be times when you are hurt or angered by your partner’s behavior. This can range from smaller annoyances to larger betrayals: if they say the wrong ...

In the labyrinth of love, it's essential to recognize when your partner's behavior crosses the line from charming to controlling. A manipulative partner can subtly erode your confidence and well-being ...

Just when you think you’ve finally broken free from a narcissist’s grip, they come back—sweet, apologetic, maybe even nostalgic. But don’t be fooled. That sudden text, “random” call, or carefully ...

Cowritten by Charlie Huntington and Tchiki Davis, Ph.D. Have you ever struggled to forgive someone? Held a grudge longer than you wanted? Felt shame or guilt about hurting someone else and didn't know ...

When those closest to us inflict pain, the contradiction feels unbearable. The very people we trust most possess the power to devastate us completely. Yet within this vulnerability lies an opportunity ...

“There are those whose primary ability is to spin wheels of manipulation. It is their second skin and without these spinning wheels, they simply do not know how to function.” ― C. JoyBell C ...

Welcome to Asking for a Friend, a monthly advice column dedicated to helping you make sense of your messiest, most complicated friendship moments. Each month, clinical psychologist Miriam Kirmayer, ...

Manipulative people often influence others to gain some personal advantage. They're experts in the art of persuasion. Identifying their tactics is crucial for safeguarding your emotional health. One ...

We all use the word forgiveness. Yet, what if I told you that a research study found that a majority of people who were asked what forgiveness is actually misunderstood it? When Plato began his ...