Narcissism Explained

Is there something wrong with me for falling in love with a narcissist?

Nearly every abuse survivor wants to know why they got into a relationship with a narcissist. Are we co-dependent, people-pleasers or could there be another dynamic in play? In this episode we’ll talk about the latest research into this area as well as discuss the definition of marital coercion and how to grow empathy in our children. Submit your question to be answered on air here! Resources The Complete Recovery Collection: Narcissistic abuse resourcesFirst Steps to Leaving: Online self-p…

Wondering if you met your soulmate? Here’s how narcissists make us fall in love

If narcissists are such awful people, why have so many fallen in love with one? It’s because of the mask. They create an illusion that you’ve met someone just like you. In this episode, we will explore how this happens along with other common narcissistic tactics in this replay of a TikTok live. Submit your question to be answered on air here! Resources The Complete Recovery Collection: Narcissistic abuse resourcesFirst Steps to Leaving: Online self-paced digital courseToxic-Free Relationship…

I think this relationship is killing me. Why does it feel heartless to set boundaries?

We often know something is terribly wrong with our relationship. Yet, many abuse survivors struggle to set boundaries. In this episode, we’ll take a closer look at why it’s challenging to do so for victims along with other topics, including how to help a friend who’s being abused and my post-trial thoughts on Amber Heard and Johnny Depp. Submit your question to be answered on air here! Resources The Complete Recovery Collection: Narcissistic abuse resourcesFirst Steps to Leaving: Online self-…

Why can’t I tell if I’m in a relationship with someone good or bad?

Narcissistic abuse victims’ biggest complaint is the confusion. They can’t tell if they have partnered with someone who’s good or bad. In this episode, we’re going to explore what creates the narcissist’s dual sense of self. Passionate Marriage: Keeping Love and Intimacy Alive in Committed Relationships by Dr. David Schnarch NarcAvengers’ Durham Meet-Up Are you feeling trapped in a toxic relationship? Then this is the event for you! Come hear Dr. Milstead define cognitive dissonance and why …

If it’s that bad, why don’t narcissistic abuse victims just leave?

It takes the average narcissistic victim an average of seven tries before they are able to leave. I contemplated abandoning the relationship for a long time before I finally was able to. Why are these toxic relationships so difficult to end? As mention in this episode, here are the channels of Sam Vaknin and Dr. Ramani. Here are the books referred to: Something’s Not Right by Wade Mullen and Sandra Brown: Women Who Love Psychopaths Submit your question to be answered on air here! Resources …

Why is it so hard to please someone narcissistic? Am I the problem?

Have you noticed how difficult it is to manage relationships with a narcissist? Why do things seem to go wrong? Could we be the problem hoping that they would change? What is the cognitive dissonance, the Marsha Mitchell effect, the mask of sanity? We will tackle this issue in a replay of a TikTok live. Submit your question to be answered on air here! Resources The Complete Recovery Collection: Narcissistic abuse resourcesFirst Steps to Leaving: Online self-paced digital courseToxic-Free Re…

Do narcissists know they’re hurting those who love them? Do they even care?

Are narcissists aware they are hurting me? Why are they so ruthless? In this episode, we will take a closer look at the predatory nature of many narcissists and sociopaths. Kolhberg’s Theory of Moral Development Are you feeling trapped in a toxic relationship? Then this IS the event for you! Come hear Dr. Milstead define cognitive dissonance and why it renders us helpless in this upcoming live event, “Why Can’t I Just Leave?” August 18, 6:30 p.m. EST Be sure to get your ticket today! Are y…

What should I do when a narcissistic family member starts to make trouble?

Do you have a narcissistic family member? Someone who frequently stirs up trouble? Or maybe they insist on doing things their way. What’s the best way to navigate these tricky dysfunctional family relationships? We will be addressing this issue on this replay of a TikTok live. Passive-Aggressive Compliment Video Submit your question to be answered on air here! Resources The Complete Recovery Collection: Narcissistic abuse resourcesFirst Steps to Leaving: Online self-paced digital course…

To avoid being lovebombed by a narcissist, how much is too much to share?

When we meet someone new how much should we share? Predatory people use basic details to create their mask during initial meetings. Should we be more careful in what we reveal to prevent lovebombing? In this episode we will discuss this and other topics on this replay of a TikTok live. Ego Strength video Submit your question to be answered on air here! Resources The Complete Recovery Collection: Narcissistic abuse resourcesFirst Steps to Leaving: Online self-paced digital courseToxic-…

Are narcissists different than the rest of us? Might they be evil?

The latest research has found the brain of narcissists, sociopaths, and psychopaths to be different, causing them not to see the world differently. In this episode we will tackle this difficult topic, including if it’s going too far to call narcissists’ behavior evil. Submit your question to be answered on air here! Resources The Complete Recovery Collection: Narcissistic abuse resourcesFirst Steps to Leaving: Online self-paced digital courseToxic-Free Relationship Club: Live coaching…