Read More at Well+Good [[{“value”:” Have you ever talked to someone who seems to think the world is against them? No matter the situation, if there’s a negative outcome for them, they always claim it’s someone else’s fault. Maybe you feel like you’re running out of advice to give them because of their seemingly endless misfortunes. Knowing how to identify when someone is actually getting the short end of the stick versus playing the victim and how to stop this behavior in its tracks is essential for protecting your well-being. As it turns out, those who play the victim are often seeking sympathy or attention in the people whom they subject to their victim mentality. After all, you’re probably more likely to help someone out if you think they’re facing a constant onslaught of bad luck… but for those playing…
Your Eyes and Lips Are the First Places To Show Signs of Aging—This Cream Is Designed To Treat Them Both
Read More at Well+Good Multi-purpose beauty products are always appreciated in my house. I can’t count how many primer/moisturizer/sunscreen hybrids are in my constant stash, or the various all-in-one facial sprays I have on my desk at any time. But I’ve never used a product that’s meant to treat both the eyes and lips—which happen to be the most delicate spots on your face—so I was very intrigued when I learned about Reflekt’s Eye & Lip Cream ($59). Reflekt Eye and Lip Cream — $59.00 Shop now Reflekt is all about simplifying your skincare routine, so you won’t find a 15-step regimen or 100 different SKUs here. It also formulates its products without questionable ingredients like sulfates, phthalates, mineral oils, and parabens, adhering to the clean beauty guidelines used by both Sephora’s Clean Seal and Credo’s Clean Standard. For the…
5 Signs in Adulthood That You’re a Child of a Narcissistic Parent, and How To Heal, According to Psychologists
Read More at Well+Good You might be able to identify a narcissistic friend, colleague, or partner by signs like a constant show of self-importance or sole focus on themselves. The signs that you grew up with a narcissistic parent, though, may not be as obvious. But identifying the signs that you may have grown up with a narcissistic parent can help you better understand why you act the way you do, have self-compassion, and form more secure relationships going forward. While a relationship of any sort with a narcissist can be an emotionally taxing or even abusive, narcissism and parenthood are a particularly toxic combination. “Good parenting requires empathy, compassion, and being willing to make some of your needs secondary,” says psychologist Alyson Nerenberg, PsyD, author of No Perfect Love: Shattering the Illusion of Flawless Relationships. “These are qualities that…
5 Signs *You’re* Being the Passive-Aggressive One, and It’s Time To Communicate Your Feelings
Read More at Well+Good It takes two to have an argument or even a minor disagreement. But when the chasm between you and a friend or partner seems to persist, it’s only natural to wonder what’s keeping you from finding resolution: Is it them, or are you playing a part, too? A passive-aggressive person, however, might not ever reach this point of introspection because the very passive nature of their actions could lead them to feel as if they aren’t contributing to the conflict. A passive-aggressive person “does not directly express negative thoughts and feelings and often says things that are incongruent with what they do,” says psychotherapist Anita Astley, LMFT, author of the forthcoming book Unf*ck Your Life and Relationships. That might look like “giving someone the silent treatment when you’re upset with them, rather than addressing the issue;…
When To Seek Marriage Counseling: 6 Signs From a Therapist and Mediator
Read More at Well+Good Whether you’re engaged, recently married, or have been married for what feels like ages, any therapist will tell you that it helps to talk to someone before an issue with a partner arises. By seeking marriage counseling proactively, you’ll be better prepared to handle common, albeit stressful situations as a couple. That said, if you don’t already have a therapist, or if you can’t quite get behind the idea of seeking help before an issue comes to fruition, there are a number of signs that indicate when to seek marriage counseling. Keep reading to learn more. When to seek marriage counseling Curious when to seek marriage counseling? We chatted with a few relationship experts for their top tips on the subject. 1. When an issue arises but you don’t know how to talk about it Even…
Signs of High Testosterone in Men and Women
Read More at Sexual Post Archive – Ben’s Natural Health What is the first thing that comes to mind when you hear “high testosterone levels”? Burly and masculine men lifting weights at the gym? Guys ready to start a brawl? Contrary to popular belief, high testosterone in men doesn’t always have to do with anger issues. Testosterone is a key sex hormone that ladies have too. So, what happens when men’s and women’s testosterone levels get too high? How can you spot the symptoms? Here is what naturally high testosterone or excess testosterone can do to the body. What are high testosterone levels in men? Male testosterone levels vary depending on overall health and age. Men often have higher T levels than women. The testes are capable of producing testosterone in men. The adrenal glands can produce T levels in…