The victim mentality is a malignancy feeding off neglect, criticism, and mistreatment. This feeling can become a way of life. Are you a perpetual victim? At the moment, I’m feeling like a victim. People keep calling me, texting me and I can’t get any work completed. I feel like I’m…
Sandbagging is used in competitive sports, careers and even social situations. It’s a form of manipulation used to gain the upper hand, and it's subtly devious. I became familiar with sandbagging some years ago. This form of manipulation is unlike any other tactic used by narcissists and toxic individuals. In…
When someone shows kindness or fairness, some or even most people try to take advantage of them, a recent study has found. One common goal that we all tend to have in life is the desire to achieve and succeed. Although this may seem like a great goal for all…
It’s not about getting upset when something happens. Chronic anxiety is much worse, and unfortunately, misunderstood. It’s not so strange to be triggered by a bad area of town, reluctantly traveling down a street where crime runs rampant. It’s expected that you would feel a little nervous, even downright petrified…
So, you’re scared… Is that a gut feeling or an irrational fear? Sometimes it can be so hard to distinguish what’s real from imaginary. Since I live a life filled with anxious feelings and clouded perspectives, I find it increasingly hard to distinguish between a gut feeling of fear and…
Did you know that chronic loneliness can take a physical toll on your body? Well, I am here to tell you it can. Chronic loneliness can be just as much a threat to your health as cigarettes, excess alcohol and obesity. Loneliness is an emotion felt when someone feels alone or…
When you live with the symptoms of depression and anxiety, some days are darker than nights. There are ways to survive, however. The known symptoms of depression and anxiety can range from hopelessness to crippling fear. It can be almost impossible to get out of bed sometimes. It's not about being…
Does someone you know have suicidal tendencies? If you think you know the signs, then think again. I’m here to uncover ALL the indicators and save lives. Most people hear the words suicidal tendencies and think of the thrash band with the same name. I know I did, and I…