Narcissism Explained

How could I be so stupid to have missed the red flags?

Why did we miss the early warning signs that we’ve met a toxic person? It’s common to blame ourselves for this mistake. Most of us, however, don’t think to analyze a person’s ego strength, but maybe we should. Let’s take a closer look at issue in this episode of TikTok live replay. 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 …

Is it my fault that I’m trapped in a narcissistic abusive relationship?

Are victims to blame for getting trapped in a narcissistic abusive relationship. And why do we struggle to hold healthy boundaries? These are a couple of the issues addressed in this podcast episode. 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 & community supportFollow Kerry! YoutubeInstagramTikTokFacebookKerry K…

What should I do if my children are protective of the toxic ex-parent?

In this episode we will review Dr. Milstead’s definition of narcissistic abuse along with address how to handle the tricky situation of co-parenting with a toxic parent. 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 & community supportFollow Kerry! YoutubeInstagramTikTokFacebookKerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D., an au…

Am I a narcissist if I want to be special? To have others understand me?

How do we find support when we come from a narcissistic home? Is it wrong to want to be seen as special? These are the types of questions addressed in this podcast episode. 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 & community supportFollow Kerry! YoutubeInstagramTikTokFacebookKerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D., an author …

Could this friendship be narcissistic or does abuse only happen in love relationships?

Does narcissistic abuse only happen in love relationships or can it happen in other kinds of relationships or communities? Dr. McAvoy tackles this question in this episode. 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 & community supportFollow Kerry! YoutubeInstagramTikTokFacebookKerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D., an autho…

What’s wrong with me that I can’t leave this toxic relationship?

Why is it so hard to leave a toxic relationship? What does a trauma bond have to do with it? Dr. McAvoy addresses this issue in this episode. 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 & community supportFollow Kerry! YoutubeInstagramTikTokFacebookKerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D., an author and educator, helps lis…

Could I be the one with the problem? Maybe I’m overreacting.

Do you wonder if you’re being too sensitive? Maybe you’re overreacting to your partner’s behavior. Perhaps you’re the one with the problem. In this episode, Dr. McAvoy answers these and TikTok listeners’ other questions about narcissism and narcissistic abuse. 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 & community…

My narcissistic partner says they’re working hard to change. Am I silly to believe them?

Do narcissists change? What realizable expectations should we have? In this episode, we will address this question along with other listener-related concerns. 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 & community supportFollow Kerry! YoutubeInstagramTikTokFacebookKerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D., an author and educator…

Help! My ex is using the legal system to abuse me!

Narcissistic abuse doesn’t end when the relationship is over. Many narcissistic exes find new ways to abuse their former partners, including using the legal system. In this episode of a TikTok live replay, we will explore how to protect yourself better, along with addressing other listeners’ questions. 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…

I’m stressed and overwhelmed–is this cognitive dissonance?

What is cognitive dissonance? Victims of narcissistic abuse complain that they are in agonizing pain due to this psychological state. In this episode, we’ll take a closer look at this psychological concept along with answering other TikTok audiences’ questions. 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 & …