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The Vicious Cycle of Emotional Manipulation and How to Break the Pattern

The worst part of emotional manipulation is not feeling and going through this struggle. No, the most horrible part of enduring this abuse is repeating it with others. I’m going to be honest with you, I have endured emotional manipulation since as far back as I can remember. No, there…

8 Signs of a Hypersensitive Person (and Why It’s Not the Same as a Highly Sensitive Person)

Ever heard someone being described as a hypersensitive person or a highly sensitive one? You might think they are one and the same, but actually, the two are completely different. The best way to describe them is that hypersensitivity is an emotional state whereas high sensitivity is biological. To demonstrate…

6 Things That Hide Behind Defensive Behavior and How to Deal with It

Defensive behavior can be detrimental in both personal and professional spheres. We typically perceive defensive behavior as an intentional slight or offense to us. But what we don’t realize is that we are also capable of unintentional offense. As human beings, we react to our environments and, when we feel…

7 Side Effects of an Above Average IQ Backed by Scientific Studies

Having an above average IQ obviously has many benefits. However, there are some less positive side effects. Read on to find out the drawbacks of having a high IQ. Having an above average IQ gives you many opportunities in life. However, it doesn't guarantee success and happiness. Understanding the drawbacks…

What Is Emotional Blackmail and 5 Personality Types That Use It

In today’s time and age, emotional blackmail has become a common behavior trait found in most people. It causes the victims to feel vulnerable and answerable to those who they are close to or those who know them well. Relationships can either enhance one’s self-esteem or break it. Someone close…

5 Reasons Why Meeting New People Is So Draining for Introverts and Empaths

Some people thrive on social interactions and meeting new people. However, for introverts and empaths, getting to know new people can be quite draining. Here's why. While extroverts gain energy from meeting people and being sociable, introverts gain their energy from time spent alone. This is why introverts find meeting…