by Jo Banks | Oct 1, 2024 | Narcissism & Bullying
Audio Version (08:35) Over the past few articles, I’ve been delving more deeply into some of the most common narcissistic traits. Today, I’m discussing narcissistic jealousy. Narcissism and jealousy are two powerful emotions that, when combined, can create... 
by Jo Banks | Sep 13, 2024 | Narcissism & Bullying
Audio Version (09:13) Narcissism and bullying are often associated with an inflated sense of self-importance, a need for admiration, and a lack of empathy for others. On the surface, these people may appear confident, self-assured, and even superior to those around... 
by Jo Banks | Sep 9, 2024 | Narcissism & Bullying
Audio Version (09:35) Bullies, especially narcissistic bullies, often have an inflated sense of self-importance and a deep need for admiration, which is frequently accompanied by a striking lack of empathy. This absence of empathy is one of the most defining and... 
by Jo Banks | Aug 19, 2024 | Narcissism & Bullying
Audio Version (08:59) Narcissistic personalities are often challenging to deal with due to their manipulative and self-centred nature. One of the most troubling aspects of interacting with a narcissist is their tendency for ‘payback retaliation’ — a form of revenge... 
by Jo Banks | Aug 16, 2024 | Inspiration, Narcissism & Bullying
Audio Version (10:26) We’ve all experienced it: getting a promotion, a new relationship, or achieving a long-sought-after goal, only to find that not everyone in our circle is happy for us. While many friends, family members, and colleagues genuinely celebrate... 
by Jo Banks | Jul 26, 2024 | Inspiration, Narcissism & Bullying
Audio Version (12:20) Have you ever felt like someone was blaming or criticising you for something that didn’t make sense? Or noticed that a friend’s criticism seemed more about them than you? This might be because of psychological projection. In simple...