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A Tribute to Lance Reddick’s Versatility And Range
Friday, the world lost one of its great talents. With a career spanning nearly three decades, Lance Reddick was a face and voice you’d immediately recognize, and the glue that…
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You Don’t Have To Hide Behind Your Eczema, Your Story Is Empowering To More People Than You Realize
When battling a chronic condition like Eczema, sometimes we feel self-conscious speaking up. Many times in my life, I would feel nervous sharing about my Eczema, because I feared other…
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“Everything Everywhere All At Once” Was Not The Best Picture
By audience consensus, the Academy Awards rarely get their major picks correct. There are winners every year of course, but the Oscars for Best Acting (on any level), Director, and…
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Here’s Your Perfect Date Night Horror Movie, Based On Your Zodiac Sign
It’s date night and you want to watch something spooky. If you’re stumped for what to stream, look for your zodiac sign for a good horror movie recommendation.
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92 Juicy Details From Paris Hilton’s New Memoir
“He told her that it was normal for adult men to fall in love with children, just like Elvis did to Pricilla Presley.”
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“The Last of Us” Is Not Just Another Show About Zombies…
Sunday evening, HBO aired the final episode of the zombie apocalyptic thriller The Last of Us.
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Season 4 Of “You” Is The Best Yet. Prove Me Wrong!
Spoiler Alert! Be aware. After a month long hiatus, Netflix has released the final half of season 4 of the hit psychological thriller You.
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Disney’s “The Mandalorian” Is Back! Here’s The Deal With Season 3
In what feels like an excruciating two and a half year hiatus, our favorite faceless gunslinger has returned to the small screen.
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How Likely You Are To Survive ‘Scream VI,’ Based On The Kind Of Horror Fan You Are
With ‘Scream VI’ coming out soon, it’s time to find out if you’d survive the new installment–all based on your horror movie fandom cred.
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How Narcissists Cause Imposter Syndrome In Their Partners and Family Members
What is Imposter Syndrome? People who struggle with Imposter Syndrome feel like they are undeserving of the recognition and accomplishments they have garnered.
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Chris Rock’s “Selective Outrage” Is A Masterclass On Revenge
It’s been nearly a full year since the slap heard round the world.
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Is It Codependency Or Trauma Bonding? How To Tell The Difference
While trauma bonds can contain elements of codependency, not all people who are trauma bonded are codependents. There are important differences between trauma bonds and codependency.
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Why Horror Is So Much Scarier When It’s Located In A Big City
From previews we already know that Ghostface finds the survivors in New York City and for some, there won’t be any safety in being surrounded by millions of people.
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How To Break Up With Someone Toxic/Narcissistic Safely – And Never Look Back
Breaking up with a toxic person, narcissist, or psychopath is not easy, especially if you are in an abusive relationship with them. Leaving can be one of the most dangerous…
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The Best Outfits From ‘Daisy Jones And The Six’ That Make Me Wish It Was 1975
After the first few episodes of Daisy Jones & The Six (Amazon Prime), I seriously want to update my entire wardrobe.
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My HIV+ Story Is One I Refuse To Be Ashamed Of
When I first found out I was HIV positive, it was a blow. Living with HIV was like walking a tightrope.
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A Story About Happenstance
It’s been said that grief is love with nowhere to go but I don’t think that’s entirely true anymore.
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Avoidant Attachment Or Narcissism? Here’s How To Tell
Attachment Styles and Avoidant Attachment: Childhood and Adulthood Based on the experiment “The Strange Situation,” psychologist Mary Ainsworth as well as researchers Solomon and Main identified four main attachment styles…
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Narcissists Cause Cognitive Dissonance – Here’s How to Destroy It, For Good
A guide to how narcissists and psychopaths use cognitive dissonance, and how to defeat it. What is Cognitive Dissonance?
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5 Powerful Boundaries To Counter Passive-Aggressive Narcissists
Narcissistic personality disorder is a personality disorder characterized by traits such as a lack of empathy, self-centeredness, an excessive sense of entitlement, pathological envy, and exploitation of others. According to…
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How To Channel Main Character Energy Like ‘Daisy Jones & The Six’
Are you a Daisy Jones, or just one of the fans? Here’s how to embrace some of her killer main character energy like the true rock star you are at…
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10 Things Women Who Value Emotional Intelligence Do Differently In Relationships
She doesn’t expect a perfect partnership.
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Can Abuse By Narcissists Cause Body Dysmorphia And Eating Disorders?
Abusive relationships take a toll on the mind and body. Narcissistic and psychopathic partners can engage in calculated manipulation methods to diminish their partners and their self-image.
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5 Epic Songwriting Tips Inspired By ‘Daisy Jones & The Six’
Get a little lesson in songwriting from upcoming Amazon Prime miniseries adaptation of ‘Daisy Jones & The Six.’
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How My HIV Diagnosis Led To Spiritual Empowerment And Personal Transformation
In 2018, I was diagnosed with HIV. The beginning of that year was filled with depression and suicidal thoughts.
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Differences Between Borderline Personality Disorder and Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Many people wonder how Borderline Personality Disorder differs from Narcissistic Personality Disorder, or how Borderline Personality Disorder differs from the usual symptoms of trauma.
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Who Are The “Real” Female Narcissists? The Answer Will Surprise You
The female narcissist is shrouded in stereotypes: the femme fatale, the self-absorbed selfie-taker, the materialistic frequent shopper, and the black widow.
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The Romantic Comedy You Should Watch This Valentine’s Day, Based On Your Zodiac Sign
Not sure what to watch this Valentine’s Day? Here’s the rom-com you should watch based on your zodiac sign, plus where you can stream it.
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10 Sadistic Cat-and-Mouse Games Narcissists And Psychopaths Play
Some narcissistic and psychopathic individuals sadistically enjoy toying with and deliberately causing pain to others.
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Beautiful, Inspirational Lessons About Love From HBO’s ‘The Last Of Us’
Bill delivers one of the most beautiful lines of the series when he says, “I was never afraid until you showed up.” But he clearly doesn’t regret gaining that fear.…
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How I Build An Online Community Around Ulcerative Colitis — And How It Changed My Life
I have been living with Ulcerative Colitis, an autoimmune disease that affects the colon, for nearly 15 years now.
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Review: Do Not Answer M. Night Shyamalan’s “Knock At The Cabin”
Typically I would warn readers about upcoming spoilers for a review such as this, but the entire premise of Knock at the Cabin is the spoiler.
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Valentine’s Day Streaming Guide: The Best Rom-Coms To Binge On Netflix, HBO Max, And More
Need suggestions for what romantic comedies to watch for Valentine’s Day? We’ve got a list of the best rom-coms from every streaming service.
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How Narcissists Use “Dog Whistling” To Covertly Abuse You: Signs Of This Dangerous Manipulation Method
Have you ever experienced abuse where only you were the one who knew it was abuse? You may have experienced “dog whistling,” a covert form of abuse that is intended…
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Reaching For Connection: How Instagram Changed My Life As I Faced My Crohn’s Diagnosis
There are an estimated 1.386 billion active Instagram users logging on each month, there is an account for anything and everything you’re looking for.
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Dating A Narcissist? 3 Things They Withhold to Gaslight You – And How To Reclaim Your Power
Narcissistic and psychopathic individuals seek power and control over others.
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New Insight Into T.S. Eliot’s Life: Love Letters To Emily Hale Released
The T. S. Eliot Foundation today made available—online and free-of-charge–all of the 1,131 letters that the Nobel-Prize-winning poet wrote to Emily Hale, his secret American muse, over the course of…
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This Is The Ugly Truth Of Crohn’s And Ulcerative Colitis, And Why It Remains So Misunderstood
“Oh, I have IBS too, I totally get it.” A friend uttered those words to me as I sat with a swollen stomach, pinched against the buttons on my jeans…
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The Real Reason You Get Attached To Narcissists, Based On The Internal Family Systems Model Of Psychotherapy
You may wonder why you have so many conflicting emotions, thoughts and behaviors when it comes to trauma, especially if you’ve been traumatized by a manipulative narcissist. The Internal Family Systems model,…
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11 Gaslighting Phrases Used by Narcissists – And Powerful Responses To Shut Them Down
Gaslighting is a manipulation tactic that distorts your perceptions and makes you question your reality. It invalidates your experiences, emotions, and thoughts.
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The Teaser Trailer For ‘Daisy Jones & The Six’ Just Dropped–Here’s Everything We Know So Far
The New York Times Bestselling novel ‘Daisy Jones & The Six’ is becoming an Amazon Originals miniseries. Check out the teaser trailer and learn more about the upcoming release.
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This Is What Self-Care Really Means, Because It’s Not All Salt Baths And Chocolate Cake
Did you use the right filter for that ‘gram of your impeccably prepared acai bowl?
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Where To Stream All The Best Movies From The 2023 Oscar Nominations
Here’s where to watch the 2023 Oscar nominees in every category.
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‘Teen Wolf: The Movie’ Starts Streaming Thursday and (Almost) All Your Favorite Characters Are Back
You can watch Teen Wolf: The Movie January 26, 2023 on Paramount Plus, but it’ll be missing an important fan favorite.
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5 Powerful Ways Women Can Avoid Dating Narcissists And Other Manipulators
Narcissists can be male or female, yet women seeking relationships encounter specific dangers in the dating world due to an increased risk of violence, misogyny, double standards, and the traps…
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The GLAAD Media Awards 2023 Nominees–Where To Stream The Best Movies And TV
The GLAAD Media Awards 2023 just released their picks. Here’s where to watch all the nominees.
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10 Shocking Ways To Break A Trauma Bond With A Narcissist
If you’re trauma bonded with a manipulative narcissist or a psychopath, you feel inextricably attached to them as a survival mechanism and unable to leave the relationship.
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How Narcissists And Psychopaths Create Powerful Trauma Bonds: 6 Common Manipulative Tactics
Trauma bonding is a powerful, inextricable bond that develops between an abuser and victim due to the presence of danger, betrayal and a power imbalance. Dr.
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7 Morning Rituals That Will Help You Become Your Best Self In 2022
This post is sponsored by Nature’s Way® 1. Get ready every day.
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‘Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret’–The Classic Banned Book Is Finally Getting Made Into A Movie
Rachel McAdams, Kathy Bates, and Abby Ryder Fortson star in the adaptation of Judy Blume’s famous novel, ‘Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret.’ Here’s everything we know so far.
