Protest behaviors are actions we take when something is going wrong in a relationship and we’re trying to “fix” it. While they can often come with good intentions, they are ultimately an unhealthy and potentially toxic way of expressing ourselves….
Are you trapped in a game of “archaeology,” where you’re constantly digging into your past searching for answers but unable to move forward?…
One-upmanship is the habit of always trying to “one up” people’s stories and accomplishments. Do you know someone like this? Here’s why it can become an unhealthy pattern that ultimately hurts our relationships….
The “Drama Triangle” is a great framework for analyzing how drama unfolds in our lives. People tend to fall into certain roles such as “victim,” “rescuer,” and “persecutor.” Which role do you usually play?…
In what ways are we projecting weakness and telling others to “please kick me” without even realizing it? An important lesson on how to not perpetuate our own victimhood….