Stop Being “Too Nice!” It encourages Hijackals.
You may think that it’s impossible to be “too nice.” It’s not. It actually can make things worse…and that’s just what it does when you’re
Is THIS Narcissistic? Q&A with Dr. Rhoberta Shaler
New! Your questions are the focus for this episode. Narcissistic or not so much? What are you wondering about? Recognizing the patterns, traits and cycles
NARCISSISTS = The Ultimate Frenemies
You want a best friend and a narcissist won’t be one. You want a confidante and a narcissist uses your words against you. At best,
Giving TOO MUCH? Empathy & Compassion Can TURN TOXIC!
In healthy situations, you would never think that empathy and compassion could have downsides, right? When you’re with a Hijackal, a narcissistic, or other endlessly
Any Chance You’re Addicted to the Drama?
You need to consider whether or not you’re addicted to the drama of being with a Hijackal or any other relentlessly difficult person. You may
Hooked On HOPE a Hijackal Will Change?
You’ll be hoping for a very long time, and is that OK with you? If you’re giving yourself excuses to take action, hoping a Hijackal
Nasty Ways Hijackals Perpetrate Post-Separation Abuse
Relief! Yes, you think you’ll feel it when you leave an emotionally abusive relationship, and you will…in some ways. Then, in too many ways, the
10 Nasty Ways Hijackals Are Predictably Unpredictable
Too many times, you hope a Hijackal will be different. They may even promise to be, or seem to understand the need to change. But,
Sometimes, it’s hard to see emotional abuse when it’s happening. Sometimes, you were young and thought it was normal. What about now? Are you living
How Hijackals Succeed at Emotional Blackmail
Hijackals are good at emotional blackmail. They are experts at the “Gotcha!” And, they constantly use it to their advantage. Learn more about the components
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