In the Market with Janet Parshall Hour 1: Dangerous Personality
Sep 16, 2025
Laurel Slade-Waggoner, a licensed marriage and family therapist and specialist in narcissism, tackles the complexities of dealing with narcissists in this enlightening discussion. She explains the harmful traits of both overt and covert narcissists and emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries. Listeners learn how to respond to narcissists with love and wisdom, as well as gain insight into the potential for change in these individuals. Laurel also talks about the impact of narcissistic parents on children and offers practical recovery steps from narcissistic abuse.
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Hidden Two-Faced Presentation
- Narcissists often present a Jekyll-and-Hyde persona that can be warm publicly and brutal in private.
- Janet warns this split causes lasting, even generational, damage when unchecked.
Use Specialized Christian Resources
- Seek resources and professional help when narcissism affects your life; Laurel offers books and counseling.
- Use her website and podcast as ongoing support to get specialized, faith-informed care.
Social Media As Narcissist Feeding Ground
- Social media becomes a feeding ground where narcissists hunt for admiration with tactics like humble-brags.
- Laurel explains they use posts as bait and often prefer any attention rather than none.
