#037: What Makes A Narcissist & How To Leave One? With Shannon Higgins, M.A., LPC-S
This is part 2 of our 3 part mini-series on hidden abuse, narcissism & gaslighting, part 1 is ep. #028: Did You just Gaslight Me?
*Content note: this episode discusses abusive relationships, discretion is advised.*
We go over:
// Hidden abuse, narcissistic abuse, gaslighting, treated with unfair ways of shame & hurt either physically, spiritually, financially and litigation abuse.
// Why those who have experienced trauma are feeling fine/better than most during this pandemic.
// We recap what a narcissist is from a healthy one to the dark triad.
// The nr:1 distinction you need to know between a healthy narcissist and a machiavellian one.
// The sociopath next door, like in the Netflix series: ‘You’, and ‘Dirty John’.
// The dangers of leaving a narcissist.
// The differences between a male and female narcissist aka somatic, stepford wive traits and charm, power and control.
// What makes a narcissist?
// Why ‘friends/colleagues/family’ align with the Narcissistic abuser out of fear, not out of genuine connection.
// Why narcissists are prevalent in positions of power.
// Why won’t people leave their abusive partner?
// Trauma bond aka Stockholm syndrome.
// The oxytocin , epinephrine and adrenaline connection that happens each time the abuser gains any trust.
// Why a secure person can become codependent in an abusive relationship.
// Why it's so hard to prove that type of abuse in court when trying to divorce from a hidden abuser / narcissist.
// You’ve built up the courage to leave, now what?
// What are the sure signs at the beginning of dating that the person is toxic.
Find Shannon at https://unlockingfortitude.com/ & insta @shannonhigginslpc
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