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When Being the “Go-To” Person Becomes a Trap

I’ve always taken pride in being the guy people could count on—Mr. Reliable, the calm in the storm, the one who didn’t flinch when a deadline loomed or something needed to be done on short notice. I never minded being that guy. I still don’t, at least when it comes to work assignments. I getContinue reading “When Being the “Go-To” Person Becomes a Trap”

Putting the Past Behind You and Moving Ahead, And What That Really Looks Like

You’ve heard the advice a hundred times and maybe even here a few times. Let it go. Put the past behind you. Move forward. Move on. It sounds clean and empowering—like something you’d see on a motivational poster or hear in a graduation speech. However, that advice is useless if it doesn’t come with aContinue reading “Putting the Past Behind You and Moving Ahead, And What That Really Looks Like”

Malignant Narcissists: Understanding and Protecting Yourself

I’ve been delving into the darker side of the human condition lately, reading all sorts of credible articles and books on the subject. No, I haven’t gone to the dark side permanently or exclusively; in fact, I’ve balanced that reading with upbuilding spiritual reading and inspirational articles of people who have overcome severe obstacles toContinue reading “Malignant Narcissists: Understanding and Protecting Yourself”