We all have narcissistic traits. Having some sense of our own specialness isn’t just normal, it’s actually psychologically healthy. The problems start when people go beyond normal levels, and become addicted to feeling special. On this episode, Forrest is joined by Dr. Craig Malkin to explore narcissism and narcissistic traits. They talk about the different ... Show More
Oct 6
The Psychology of Resentment: Over-Functioning, Repression, and Repair
Dr. Rick and Forrest explore the silent killer of relationships: resentment. They discuss resentment as a combination of perceived grievance (“I was wronged”) and helplessness (“and I can’t fix it”), before talking about how over-functioning and control tendencies can lead to res ... Show More
1h 18m
Sep 29
How to Believe in Yourself: Carl Rogers and Humanistic Psychology
Dr. Rick and Forrest explore humanistic psychology, the mid-20th century movement that redefined how therapists relate to clients. It challenged the pessimism of Freud and the mechanism of behaviorism, offering a more hopeful alternative: that our nature is fundamentally good, an ... Show More
1h 21m
Sep 22
AI Therapy Deep Dive: Can a Chatbot Be Your Therapist? w/ Dr. Nick Jacobson
AI chatbots may already be the largest providers of mental health services in the United States, raising big questions about safety, effectiveness, and oversight. Dr. Rick and Forrest are joined by Dr. Nick Jacobson to explore the risks and opportunities of AI therapy: Can a chat ... Show More
1h 25m
May 2023
5 Mind Games Narcissists Play - The Psychology of a Narcissist
Welcome to our closing episode for the mental health month! We are often drawn to narcissists due to a combination of complex psychological factors. Their charismatic charm, confidence, and seemingly larger-than-life presence can initially captivate us. Unfortunately, this attrac ... Show More
35m 39s
Nov 2022
2 Secrets to Handling a Narcissist: A Toolkit for Dealing With Toxic Behavior at Work, Dating, Marriage, and Family (With World-Renowned Dr. Ramani)
How do I know if I’m in a relationship with a narcissist?Are certain personalities more drawn to narcissists?Can I heal if I was raised by a narcissist?How do I handle narcissists at work?Why do I keep attracting narcissists into my life?How can I keep a narcissist in my life… an ... Show More
1h 9m
Sep 2023
Narcissism: Your Ultimate Toolkit
Narcissists are master manipulators, and it’s incredibly tough to spot their intentions from the onset of getting to know them. It’s natural to want to give people the benefit of the doubt in situations, and narcissists take full advantage of the opportunity. In this episode, we’ ... Show More
58m 19s
Jun 2023
Spot A Malignant and Communal Narcissist Pt4
Dr. Phil continues his discussion about malignant narcissism, which combines narcissistic, Machiavellian, and psychopathic traits. Dr. Phi explains that malignant narcissists are dangerous and will use and abuse others for their own gain, and why you should get out of relationshi ... Show More
43m 53s
Nov 2023
Outsmart a Narcissist: A Proven 4-Step Plan to Take Your Power Back
Is it possible to be around narcissistic people and not lose your power? Especially when it's your mom, dad, ex, or boss who’s acting toxic?Today, Mel is joined by Rebecca Zung, an expert on narcissism and a globally recognized high-conflict negotiator. Rebecca is also a top-rank ... Show More
1h 32m