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Yes! Camila and the Blue Butterfly Is Now Available on Kindle!
(c) 2025 by The Two Aces Illustrations used with permission As the school year begins, are you looking for ways to...
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Aug 113 min read


How to Identify and Address Triangulation in Narcissism Recovery
If you’re in a relationship with a person with narcissistic traits, you’ve probably experienced triangulation. Because it’s a tool that’s grounded in power and control, it’s often used by people with narcissistic traits. Learn how to identify and address triangulation, and take back your power!
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Jul 285 min read


How to Deal with Logical Fallacies in Narcissism Recovery
Are you being manipulated in your relationship with someone with narcissistic traits? Learn how to identify and address logical fallacies, so you can stay calm, clear-minded, and assertive!
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Jul 218 min read


It’s All Your Fault! – Why People with Narcissistic Traits Blame You, and What You Can Do
Do you know a narcissist who blames you for things that are outside your control? Learn why they do it, and what you can do when they blame you!
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Apr 286 min read


What To Do When a Person with Narcissistic Traits Says "I Forgot"
Do you know a narcissist who tells you "I forgot," and you find it infuriating? Learn how to deal with this common problem!
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Mar 318 min read


How Understanding Your Moving Toward Personality Helps in Narcissism Recovery
Do you find yourself drawn toward people with narcissistic traits? Discover whether your personality might be the reason why--and learn what
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Feb 107 min read


Boundaries, Gray Rock, and Narcissism Recovery
are you good at being a gray rock? Recently we talked about displacement , which along with denial and projection , make up the three...
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Dec 23, 20249 min read


Displacement and Narcissism Recovery
Why does your person with narcissistic traits hurt your feelings? Learn what displacement is, why it happens, and how to handle it!
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Dec 9, 20249 min read


Denial, Gaslighting, and Narcissism Recovery
Learn how to identify and stay calm when a narcissist lies or uses gaslighting or denial!
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Nov 25, 202410 min read


Projection and Narcissism Recovery
Are you in a relationship with a person with narcissistic traits? Learn how to stay calm and respond assertively when they use projection!
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Nov 11, 20247 min read


Replace Vague Pronouns, Enjoy Better Health!
Learn how replacing vague pronouns like it, this, and that can improve your mental and physical health!
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Sep 23, 20246 min read


Fault or Blame vs. Responsibility
Do you love little things that add up to make a big difference? Today’s topic is an excellent example of how making a simple change in...
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Sep 16, 20243 min read


Are You a Caring Parent to Yourself?
Is it easy to set boundaries on your behavior? Learn how to be a caring parent to yourself so you can enjoy a life of health and happiness!
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Aug 19, 20246 min read


Forgiveness, Reconciliation, Apologies, and Repair in Narcissism Recovery
Here's what you need to know about forgiveness, reconciliation, apologies, and relationship repair in narcissism recovery.
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Jul 15, 20244 min read


JADEing, and How to Avoid It
Learn what JADEing is, and how to avoid Justifying, Arguing, Defending, or Explaining
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May 6, 20246 min read


King (or Queen) Baby
Understand what King (or Queen) Baby is and how to address it when communicating with people with narcissistic traits.
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Apr 29, 20243 min read


The Foundations of Assertive Communication
Over the years, I’ve worked with many clients who wanted learn new communication skills. Sometimes they want to learn what assertive...
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Apr 15, 20245 min read


Assertive Communication Basics
When you were a kid, did your parents tell you “If you can’t say anything nice, don’t say anything at all”? This is such an unfortunate...
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Mar 25, 20244 min read
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