Listen "Why Narcissists Feel Empty Inside"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, Dr. Ettensohn discusses the emptiness that individuals with pathological narcissism and NPD often experience using the concept of ‘Self as Object.’
Individuals with pathological narcissism and NPD often report having been treated as an object for someone else’s gratification in childhood. This early exploitation can cause profound disconnect from emotional authenticity, because it necessitates the development of false self adaptations to protect against overwhelming shame, envy, and rage.
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Individuals with pathological narcissism and NPD often report having been treated as an object for someone else’s gratification in childhood. This early exploitation can cause profound disconnect from emotional authenticity, because it necessitates the development of false self adaptations to protect against overwhelming shame, envy, and rage.
Purchase Unmasking Narcissism: A Guide to Understanding the Narcissist in Your Life here: https://amzn.to/3nG9FgH
SUBSCRIBE HERE: https://rb.gy/kbhusf
LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://rb.gy/cklpum
LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCASTS: https://rb.gy/fotpca
LISTEN ON AMAZON MUSIC: https://rb.gy/g4yzh8
VISIT THE WEBSITE: https://www.drettensohn.com/
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