Guest: Wendy Behary author of Disarming the Narcissist: Surviving and Thriving with the Self-Absorbed.
Relationships 2.0 With Dr. Michelle Skeen
English - July 18, 2013 04:47 - 47 minutes - 8.21 MB - ★★★★ - 37 ratingsSocial Sciences Science relationships emotions love communication self-help motivational Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
Do you know someone who is overly arrogant, shows an extreme lack of empathy, or exhibits an inflated sense of entitlement? Do they exploit others, or engage in magical thinking? These are all traits of narcissistic personality disorder, and when it comes to dealing with narcissists, it can be difficult to get your point across. So how do you handle the narcissistic people in your life? You might interact with them in social or professional settings, and you might even love one—so ignoring them isn’t really a practical solution. They’re frustrating, and maybe even intimidating, but ultimately, you need to find a way of communicating effectively with them.
Disarming the Narcissist, Second Edition, will show you how to move past the narcissist’s defenses using compassionate, empathetic communication. You’ll learn how narcissists view the world, how to navigate their coping styles, and why, oftentimes, it’s sad and lonely being a narcissist. By learning to anticipate and avoid certain hot-button issues, you’ll be able to relate to narcissists without triggering aggression. By validating some common narcissistic concerns, you’ll also find out how to be heard in conversation with a narcissist.