People who are compulsive, workaholic or Type a personality have a, well, special relationship with...
Have The Best Christmas Ever! Yeah, right. Don’t even think about trying to make that...
Why Perfectionists Become Persecutors in Difficult Relationships
In my last two posts I’ve been exploring how Rescuer, Victim and Persecutor roles affect...
How Rescuer, Victim and Persecutor Roles Lead to Difficult Relationships
As I wrote in my previous post about Karpman’s Triangle, three archetypal roles typically lead...
Look closely at any conflict with a critical partner, and you’ll usually see certain roles...
Yes, you should be skeptical about psychotherapy. Therapy asks a big investment of time and...
Living like no-one is watching, authenticity, is both profoundly satisfying and painfully naïve at the...
What is the Best Psychotherapy for OCPD (Compulsive Personality)?
If you’re trying to research the best psychotherapy for OCPD and compulsive traits, you probably...
Compulsive Personality & Depression Part 3: The Compulsive Hedonic Treadmill
Forty-eight hours ago, after a weekend of frantic formatting, I sent my editor the first...
Compulsive Personality & Depression Part 2: Negativity Bias–Constantly Scanning for What’s Wrong
Leonard had an eye for what was wrong. His negativity bias was stronger than...
Subscribe to Blog via Email
Categories
Recent Posts
- There Will Be Roosters: A Brief, Personal Story about Obsessing March 3, 2023
- What Happens When a Compulsive Meets the Archetype of the Saint February 19, 2023
- How to Know if You’re Being Passive-Aggressive February 4, 2023
- The Unconscious Misuse of Punishment January 29, 2023
- Why Compulsives Need Mastery in Their Lives January 14, 2023
Archives
Available at Amazon and Barnes and Noble