Tag Archives: co-dependency

7 Reasons Why Narcissists Love People Pleasers

by on October 12, 2017

The strong attraction between narcissists and people pleasers is no accident. There is a magnetic pull between the two that is very difficult to break because each is meeting a deep need of the other. This is not the fault of one over the other. Rather, it is an unhealthy union that breeds dysfunction. Narcissism… (more…)

How to Move from a Unhealthy Existence to a Thriving Life

by on September 17, 2016

It all begins with you. Regardless of the circumstances, traumas, abuse, injuries, hurts, and situations, meaningful change can occur within that dramatically transforms a life. It is not an easy process as it requires substantial commitment, time, and energy but the rewards are worth the effort. It is precisely when a person is most vulnerable… (more…)

What Narcissists and People Pleasers Have in Common

by on June 29, 2016

Narcissists and people pleasers seem to be drawn towards each other. While opposites do attract, there are some similarities that keep the connection powerful. Priorities. Narcissists think of themselves first and very little of others; people-pleasers think of others and very little of themselves. Both however believe that their way of prioritizing is right. It… (more…)

Recognizing Exhausted Woman’s Syndrome

by on August 13, 2013

“Burn-out” is an understatement to what some female clients’ experience. After other severe diagnoses have been ruled out, anxiety mixed with depression might be the closest explanation. But the long term presence, the feelings of depletion, and the chronic nature of stress symptoms, is beyond anxiety. If this sounds familiar, then they might be suffering… (more…)

How to Overcome the Need to Please Others

by on August 24, 2012

Do you get enjoyment out of anticipating someone’s need which you think will make them happy and then investing time meeting that need without being asked?  Do you often feel drained of your energy but keep working anyway because they need you to help?  Do you spend countless moments replaying conversations and rehearsing new ones… (more…)

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