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The Hidden Destruction of Victim Mentality: Reclaiming Agency Through Self-Awareness and Ownership
In the landscape of human relationships—whether marital, familial, romantic, or professional—one of the most insidious and rarely confronted patterns is the victim mentality. Though frequently dismissed as mere complaining or sensitivity, it functions as a pervasive psychological defense that erodes trust, intimacy, and mutual growth. At its core, victim mentality is not simply “having a bad day”; it is a chronic orientation in which individuals interpret most life events as

Cory Rosenke
5 days ago3 min read


Jealousy in Close Relationships
Jealousy among spouses, friends, or family members—such as one resenting another’s career success or their close bond with others—is a...

Cory Rosenke
Jul 12 min read


What Healthy Conflict Looks Like in Relationships
Conflict in relationships—whether a heated argument with your spouse or a clash with your teenager—feels like a wildfire. It’s raw,...

Cory Rosenke
Jun 132 min read


Overcoming Fear of Intimacy: A Path to Stronger Relationships
Ever feel a tightness in your chest when a conversation gets too real or shy away from letting someone truly know you? That’s fear of...

Cory Rosenke
Apr 173 min read


The Silent Relationship Killer: Why Resentment Builds and How to Stop It
Relationships are a tapestry of trust, joy, and shared moments, but a subtle poison can unravel them: resentment. This quiet destroyer...

Cory Rosenke
Apr 102 min read


It's Not Over Till You Say It's Over
Life often thrusts us into unexpected storms—situations where the ground beneath us collapses, and the future seems like an...

Cory Rosenke
Mar 313 min read


The Transforming Power of Kindness
This week I've been pondering the different times in my life when I've been hurt—a sharp word from a loved one or a betrayal by a friend....

Cory Rosenke
Mar 313 min read


Why Are We Still Fighting?
Marriage is supposed to be a partnership, a union of love and trust. So why, years in, do couples still find themselves fighting? Dirty...

Cory Rosenke
Mar 302 min read


Is Your Past Holding You Back? Here's How a Coach Can Help
Does your past feel like a ghost haunting your life today? As a relationship coach, I see it all the time: people struggling to navigate...

Cory Rosenke
Mar 292 min read
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