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The Signs of Dissatisfaction You May Be Ignoring In Your Relationship
by E.B. Johnson
29 Oct 2024

Lily met Michael in their sophomore year of college and within six months we all knew he was “the one”. The two were never apart. They went rock climbing together and took skiing holidays. When his parents had their 30th-anniversary celebration in the Bahamas, she was right there beside him. They were head over heels […]

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Are You Dealing with Avoidant Personality Disorder?
by E.B. Johnson
25 Oct 2024

This is a story originally posted on my premium Substack. For great stories just like this one, you can join the growing Practical Growth community there. What do you know about avoidant personality disorder? If you’re part of the 98% of Americans who *aren’t* afflicted by this unpleasant condition, that makes sense. However, if you’re […]

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The Link Between Learned Helplessness and Covert Narcissism
by E.B. Johnson
10 Oct 2024

The thing I hated most about my mother was her learned helplessness. She used it to get everything she wanted (and a lot of things she didn’t). She would sit on the couch and literally allow her life to fall apart around her. She would sit in waste and rubbish until those closest to her […]

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The Types of People Who Make the Best Romantic Partners
by E.B. Johnson
9 Oct 2024

Are you on the road to love again? Looking for a partner who can build with you and create the future you’re hungry for? Getting romantic relationships right can be hard to do. Much like forming a recipe, you need the right ingredients — both in yourself and in the people you select as potential partners. It’s […]

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The Most Destructive Mindsets I’ve Witnessed in My Clients
by E.B. Johnson
8 Oct 2024

I am a qualified personal coach and NLPMP, which means that I spend a lot of time helping people navigate their relationships. Whether family or romantic entanglements, I spend a lot of time listening to the problems that people are having and then I help them set them right. One thing that has really struck […]

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How Narcissistic People Erode Healthy and Loving Relationships
by E.B. Johnson
3 Oct 2024

No one falls into the arms of a narcissistic person by accident. It’s a slow, manipulated slide in which they are shown what they want to see by people who can be as charming as they can be diabolical. Once the victim is isolated in place, the narcissistic person is able to take control and […]

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What Does Healing From Trauma Look Like for You?
by E.B. Johnson
1 Oct 2024

Your trauma has to be healed, but what does that recovery look like for you? We’re all on different journeys to heal.

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Being Too Dependent On Your Partner Is Dangerous…This Is Why.
by E.B. Johnson
30 Sep 2024

Discover the dangers of relying too much on your partner and learn why cultivating independence is key for a healthy, balanced relationship.

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Improve Your Relationship With These Commandments
by E.B. Johnson
27 Sep 2024

2. Thou Shalt Always Think Laterally…

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Exploring the Layers of the Narcissistic Family
by E.B. Johnson
23 Sep 2024

Explore the intricate layers of the narcissistic family system, uncovering how roles, power dynamics, and emotional manipulation create a toxic environment. Learn how these patterns impact individual members’ mental health and relationships, shaping lifelong behaviors.

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Wow, this gave me a really good insight into some future relationships I might end up in. Thanks E.B.

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Brandon B.

E.B., how the hell did you discover all this and put in into great prose. I’ve been in therapy for many years (no more) but your writing is even more valuable.

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Edward W.

After reading this, it felt as if for the first time in my life the fog of how relationships work was lifted and thanks to you, now I understand that loving and understanding myself first is the key to successful relationships. Thanks, you have changed a big part of my life.

Tony T.
Tony T.

This came at the right time. I was sad because I was obsessing over someone who has zero feeling for me – again – and I was trying to figure why that is… this is it. Thank you!

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