That’s what Sam Vaknin told WebMD, way back in ‘99. Vaknin is a self-confessed narcissist, one of a few narcs who have gone on to write books on the condition. And there’s a lot of truth in what he says here. I suppose he would know. Sam Vaknin Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) is an exaggeration of a range of traits that we all possess. We can all be self-absorbed. We can all be insecure....

What kind of trends do you notice on your portal, with respect to what men and women are looking for in each other? For example, do the fair, slim, educated criteria for women and the handsome, NRI, well-settled groom still apply? The trends we see are fairly reflective of the current trends in society. We do see some patterns in terms of expectations from each gender. Men, for example, value appearances slightly more than women, and also place significant weightage on age and the location of the prospective bride....

You do what you do when he pulls away… You comfort yourself for a while, think of his return, and perhaps a bit of self-berating here and there. You were doing that ‘just fine’ until he came back! Now you’ve got your mind puzzled again, he came back after needing space. What do you exactly do this time? Put a wide smile on your face and open your arms wider, or frown enough to freeze him right in place?...

So he doesn’t involve you in any major decision-making. Your world revolves around his, but he barely needs your opinion or advice in his. He always tries to show you the right way of doing something because your way is never good enough for him. If these things sound all too familiar, it means that you might be in a comfortable but deeply disrespectful marriage. You may not realize it all the time but what we mentioned above are some of the classic examples of belittling in a relationship....

He’s pulling away and you seem to have a hard time comprehending this, let alone making a clear decision on what your next move is going to be. What do you even say to someone who’s pulling away?! What do you text him? Considering the difficulty of this situation, such thoughts and questions are fairly normal. So let’s have a moment to take a deep breath first. It’s understandable, this is a behavior that leaves you confused and even undecided on what you can and can’t do about it when he pulls away....

Taking the leap of love to cross religious boundaries Dina was like every other nervous bride-to-be. After years of a will-they-won’t-they romance, the dream seemed within reach. But with the joy was mixed with questions – will she fit in the new culture? Will the family truly accept her? Will her husband-to-be expect her to change? She brushed these aside thinking they were just apprehensions of an anxious mind. After all, Akshey had never asked her to be any different from who she is....

So, you’ve met a guy and you like him! He’s started texting you every day and you’re wondering why and if there’s any meaning behind it. Or perhaps a good friend has started texting you daily, and you’re wondering why he’s suddenly changed his texting style! It’s so easy to start ruminating, what are his intentions? Does he like you as just a friend or romantically? Maybe he just enjoys talking to people and you’re one of those lucky people....

But ditch the negativity and let’s try to have a more mature outlook. Sure, it won’t be easy to go out with them to cafes when you can’t hold their hand anymore or they won’t kiss you on the cheek when you do something silly. But there are a lot of upsides to being friends with an ex. Let’s take a look at some of them. Should You Stay Friends With Your Ex?...

Ayushmann Khurrana started off his career as a winner of Roadies Season 2 and since then his career graph is only on an upward swing. From being a radio jockey, a VJ, and an anchor for many TV shows to now being one of the most sought-after actors, this powerhouse of multiple talents has done diverse movies. On the personal front, he is happily married to Tahira Kashyap and they have two beautiful kids, Virajveer and Varushka....

It bothers you for days on end as you don’t know how you fit in her life if she is still so hung up on her ex. And you begin to wonder, does she truly love you or are these the signs she’s using you to get over her ex? And what does it mean for the future of your relationship? Being with someone stuck in their past can be confusing and heartbreaking at the same time....

Just like guys start being extra nice and trying to pay for everything when they like someone, there are equally quirky things girls do when they have a crush. No, it doesn’t involve all the red lipstick and the red dresses they have. Okay, fine, it might happen on occasion. Let’s take a look at what women do when they have a crush on a boy, so you can finally understand why your friend suddenly decided to get super into sports....

Ever wondered why we fight with people that are closest to us? It is because with love comes a great number of expectations. Even the smallest negative reaction by your partner can get you hurt. Out of all the people you know, you would never want your partner to be the one to misunderstand and hurt you. People say that having fights make relationships stronger. But fights also lead us to question a lot of things, especially the relationship in question....

A lot of brands have started catering to skincare needs for women by creating portable products and kits that can be used and stored easily at home. These have also become excellent gifting items! One of the more popular among these are microdermabrasion kits, which are used to rejuvenate one’s skin and are a great way to exfoliate. What Is A Microdermabrasion Kit? This is an anti-aging treatment that can be undertaken at home....

Primarily because relationships require us to adjust our perspective and incorporate another person’s likes and comfort too, we sometimes refuse to be accommodating or even start acting selfishly in a relationship. Betrayal, not meeting one another’s expectations or hurtful words are also other reasons which can cause toxic relationship arguments. It is normal to fight in a relationship every now and then, in fact, fighting can even be good for your relationship....

Perhaps that’s easier said than done. Some experts suggest that jealousy is a protective emotion but in a destructive way! Confused? Here’s what Prachi Vaish, Clinical Psychologist, Psychotherapist and Trauma Specialist, has to say, “All emotions have a function and jealousy is simply an emotion with no good or bad value judgment to it. What’s important is how this emotion is interpreted and acted upon.” Why Do I Get So Jealous?...

Most men are incapable of picking up even the most evident signs of a girl being into them until it’s too late. And when the realization finally hits, the ship has already sailed. Things get complicated and your perfect love story remains incomplete, leaving you both wondering about what could have been. When a girl is interested in you and wants a relationship, she will drop hints left right and center and will expect you to pick up on them....

Sweet Jesus!! We’re absolutely dropping the outdated lines, the outdated openings. We made men cringe enough, didn’t we? I’ll show you what a proper flirty compliment for him looks like! And I don’t want you to send any of these unless you actually feel that way. I’ve talked about the art of flirting with a guy, but I’ve also talked about how do you flirt with a guy over text....

Whether it’s your first date with someone or you want to impress your partner for your anniversary, we have collected some of the best and most interesting activities for you. Disclaimer: this post may contain affiliate links, which means that I may receive a commission if you make a purchase using these links, at no additional cost for you. The Best Date Ideas in Seattle What follows are some great and unique date ideas in the Emerald City....

There should be a manual of dating code so we wouldn’t have to spend so much time trying to decipher what, if anything, actions or words truly mean. There’s the thing they’re saying, the thing they’re not saying, and everything we’re meant to read between the lines. It’s no wonder that dating is so frustrating. Few people are straightforward enough with their communication to navigate relationships without having the “do they or don’t they” dialogue in their heads....

Women always know when another woman is flirting with her husband because they recognize the mating call. Signs a woman is flirting with your husband include: Making eye contact with him.Twirling her hair and tilting her head.Laughing at everything he says. Flirting isn’t going anywhere; men and women will always be attracted to each other whether they’re married. The problem is when it’s done in your face. It can be extremely frustrating to watch another woman flirt with your husband....