One in Five Friends Are Narcissists: Understanding and Navigating Narcissism
Related Episodes
Five Principles for Cultivating Financial Abundance
Unlock financial abundance by mastering systems, healing money wounds, and prioritizing investment. True wealth stems from inner worth and continuous growth, not luck.
View Episode Notes →
How Vocal Tone and Nonverbal Cues Build Trust
Signal warmth and confidence through vocal tone and nonverbal cues to build trust and likability, even more than perceived expertise.
View Episode Notes →
Internal Dialogue Directly Shapes Physical Reality and Well-being
Your internal dialogue directly shapes physical reality. Rewire negative self-talk with affirmations and self-forgiveness to alleviate pain and transform well-being.
View Episode Notes →
Lessons in Resilience and Reinvention After Business Failure
Selling controlling interest means sacrificing autonomy, a crucial lesson often missed. True resilience means navigating failure with integrity and purpose, not avoiding it.
View Episode Notes →
Chronic Inflammation Driven by Mindset, Diet, and Obesity Triggers Disease
Chronic stress and sugar intake fuel neuroinflammation, a hidden driver of obesity, depression, and serious diseases, demanding a focus on metabolic health over aesthetics.
View Episode Notes →
Mental Incarceration: Overcoming Self-Imposed Limitations for Authentic Success
You are your biggest obstacle; break free from internalized limitations by embracing authenticity and visualizing future possibilities to unlock your true potential.
View Episode Notes →Resources
Books
- "Don't Know Who I Am" by Dr. Ramani Durvasula - This book is relevant as it's discussed as her work on narcissism and how to stay sane in an era of entitlement and incivility.
- "The Culture of Narcissism" by Christopher Lasch - Mentioned as a 1970s book that discussed materialism and the erosion of community and family structures, linking it to pathological narcissism.
- "Should I Stay or Should I Go: Surviving a Relationship with a Narcissist" by Dr. Ramani Durvasula - This book is relevant as it addresses the complexity of leaving narcissistic relationships and provides a framework for navigating them.
- "The Mask of Masculinity" by Rob Lowe - Mentioned as a book where the author interviewed experts on personality traits and the "masks" men wear to protect themselves and fit in.
Articles & Papers
- Research paper from 2014 - Discussed as a paper that talks about how to make a narcissistic adult out of a child, highlighting the problem of children being overvalued for nothing.
People Mentioned
- Christopher Lasch - Author of "The Culture of Narcissism."
- Kobe Bryant - Mentioned for his father's unconditional love, which he felt gave him confidence.
- Carl Rogers - Referenced as a humanist psychologist who discussed authenticity and self-actualization.
- Abraham Maslow - Referenced as a humanist psychologist alongside Carl Rogers.
- Rob Lowe - Host of the podcast "Literally with Rob Lowe," mentioned for his book "The Mask of Masculinity."
- Josh Shady - Mentioned in the context of collaboration and safety in relationships.
- Jane - Mentioned in the context of collaboration and safety in relationships.
Organizations & Institutions
- National Institutes of Health (NIH) - Mentioned as having funded Dr. Durvasula's research on personality issues.
Websites & Online Resources
- YouTube channel - Dr. Ramani Durvasula's YouTube channel is mentioned as a source of inspiring videos and daily new content.
- Instagram - Dr. Durvasula's Instagram is mentioned for announcements about upcoming workshops and a healing program.
- Groons.co - Mentioned for a daily snack pack of gummies with over 20 vitamins and minerals.
- Capital One - Mentioned for its mobile app feature that allows credit card holders to track, block, or cancel recurring charges.
- Quince.com/lewis - Mentioned for premium quality clothing, home, and bedding options at a lower cost.
- Airbnb.com/host - Mentioned as a platform for hosting and earning extra income while traveling.
- USBank.com/splitcard - Mentioned for the Split Card which allows users to pay later on every purchase.
- Metro by T-Mobile - Mentioned for a holiday promotion offering 5G service.
- Kia.com/sportagehybrid - Mentioned in relation to the Kia Sportage Turbo Hybrid.
- Dell.com/deals - Mentioned for Cyber Monday sales on PCs and accessories.
- State Farm - Mentioned for insurance coverage and support.
- Ohio State University - Mentioned for a research study that found strong effects associating narcissism with aggression.
Other Resources
- Navigating Narcissism (podcast) - Mentioned as an award-winning podcast by Dr. Ramani Durvasula.
- The DEEP Technique - A technique discussed by Dr. Durvasula for dealing with narcissists: Don't Defend, Don't Engage, Don't Explain, Don't Personalize.
- True North - A concept used to identify core values to fight for in difficult relationships.
- Michelangelo Phenomenon - A relationship theory where one person sees the potential in the other and helps them achieve their dreams.
- DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) - Referenced in the context of diagnosing Narcissistic Personality Disorder.
- Whiteboard - Used during the podcast discussion for diagrams and explanations.
- MakeMoneyEasyBook.com - Mentioned for a book on financial freedom and abundance.
- Literally with Rob Lowe (podcast) - Rob Lowe's podcast is mentioned.
- Odoo.com - Mentioned as an all-in-one integrated business software platform.