Jan 26
The Fortress: How Narcissists Protect the False Self
Why is it impossible for a narcissist to say "I'm sorry"? In this episode, Lee Hammock explains the internal mechanics of the narcissistic ego. Learn about the "Narcissistic Injury," why projection is a survival tool, and how the "False Self" acts as a shield against the truth. I ... Show More
13m 50s
Jan 24
Weaponized Vulnerability: Why They Cry to Control You
In this episode, Lee Hammock exposes a sophisticated manipulation tactic: Weaponized Vulnerability. As a self-aware narcissist, Lee explains why "tears" are often used as a defense mechanism to create F.O.G. (Fear, Obligation, and Guilt), effectively turning the victim into the v ... Show More
28m 48s
Aug 2024
Dr. Ramani: Narcissism 101 - How to Identify Toxic Traits and Set Boundaries
How can you spot a narcissist? It's quite a surprise to think that someone close to us might actually have those traits—or maybe, in some ways, we share them ourselves. Narcissism isn't always obvious; it can hide in plain sight, making it tough to tell who's who and leading us ... Show More
1h 22m
Sep 2022
Ep 67: What Narcissism ACTUALLY Is
Narcissist. It's such a power word, right? You call someone a narcissist, and suddenly you feel so much better about yourself and what happened with them. Why is this? As people, when we're in our ego, we like labels. We like to ignore duality. And if we can label someone who hur ... Show More
23m 41s
Sep 2025
338. The psychology of borderline personality disorder (BPD)
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is one of the most misunderstood mental health conditions, clouded by stigma and misinformation. In this episode, we take a compassionate, research-based look at what BPD really is, where it comes from, and how people living with it can find ... Show More
58m 27s
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2518185/open_sms">Send us a text</a></p><p>If you’ve ever blamed yourself for how someone mistreated you, this episode is for you.</p><p>Najwa dives deep into the emotional aftermath of narcissistic abuse ... Show More