Grey rocking — keeping interactions flat, neutral, and drama-free — is a survival strategy in toxic environments. It works well when the goal is to
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When Lunch Isn’t About Lunch: The Hidden Power Plays of Workplace Cliques
The Hidden Power Plays of Workplace Cliques In toxic workplaces, even something as simple as a lunch invitation can become a performance. On the surface,
Breadcrumbs and Brick Walls: How Narcissistic Managers Sabotage Support
One of the most exhausting experiences of working under a narcissistic manager is how they handle support. Or rather — how they don’t. On paper,
Love-Bombed, Then Left Behind
Love-Bombed, Then Left Behind The cycle is always the same with narcissists: idealization, then discard. They pull you in close with affection, admiration, or “best
The Narcissist, the Flying Monkey, and the Copy-Paste Friend
Envy doesn’t only come straight from the narcissist. Sometimes, it comes from the people the narcissist pulls into their orbit. These are people who are
In The Workplace: How to Deprive a Bully of Narcissistic Supply
Bullies, especially those with narcissistic traits, thrive on reactions. They want your energy. Whether it’s anger, fear, defensiveness, or even long explanations, this “narcissistic supply”
My Voice Unchained 