Emotional abuse takes its toll on victims in such a way that scars can be seen decades later. What we fail to notice are the superpowers they gain from the battles. I guess it doesn't make sense, for victims of emotional abuse to have positive qualities, considering the mental trauma…
Human beings have an inherent desire for a sense of belonging. Connection makes us feel happy and secure while feeling rejected causes unhappiness and pain. Why do humans need a sense of belonging? Feeling like we belong is a human need, just like the need for food and shelter. When…
A new study reveals that what you post on Facebook and other social media can reveal personality traits such as self-esteem and narcissism. Posting on Facebook has become a seamless action performed by almost everyone on a daily basis. Even though we tend not to put a lot of thought…
For an introvert, socializing can be exhausting. But social media platforms can help us stay connected while still allowing us enough downtime. Here are seven reasons social media platforms help introverts to stay connected and be more sociable. 1. We find interactions on social media less intimidating than face-to-face interactions…
What is a cerebral or a somatic narcissist? Let's find out what the traits of each type are. It’s fair to say that by now, most people will have a pretty good idea of what a narcissist is. For those that don’t know: Narcissism is an overwhelming admiration for oneself, a…
What do dreams about murder mean? Have you ever woken up in the middle of the night in a panic because you’ve dreamt you have just murdered someone? Thankfully, these types of dreams are not common, but they do have meaning. Dream analysis is often used in psychoanalysis as a…
Loneliness isn’t always caused by being on our own. There are several signs of loneliness that can come from feeling disconnected from ourselves. When signs of loneliness are actually clues to disconnection Sometimes, we try to avoid feeling lonely by spending all our time with others, but it doesn’t always…
The term Dark Triad may seem like words out of a crime novel. However, they refer to personality traits that make people magnets for conflict and disagreement. These negative qualities are a concern because they destroy relationships and compromise overall well-being. The good news is that there are saving graces.…
