“It’s the fuel of fear that keeps these patterns going,” says Craig Malkin, PhD. The Harvard Medical School psychologist joins Elise Loehnen to redefine narcissism. As he outlines in his book Rethinking Narcissism, Malkin believes that being a little narcissistic may help us—there’s a spectrum: “When we have that little bit of self-enhancement, that’s what g ... Show More
Sep 2022
Understanding, Recognizing, and Dealing with Narcissists with Dr. Craig Malkin
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 Malk ... Show More
1h 8m
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
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
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
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
Feb 2024
How To Spot A Narcissist, The Impact of Toxic Relationships & Building Healthy Boundaries with Dr Ramani Durvasula #428
Whether it’s on the political stage, in the world of celebrity, or across social media, the word narcissist is used a lot these days. The same goes for terms like ‘gaslighting’. But do we really understand what they mean? Is their increased use a good thing, shining a light on to ... Show More
1h 52m