Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg A conversation with a narcissist (with Jacob Skidmore)
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Dec 18, 2024 
In this discussion, Jacob Skidmore, known as 'The Nameless Narcissist,' shares his journey living with Narcissistic Personality Disorder. He explores whether narcissists are born with these traits or shaped by their environment. The complexities of self-esteem and vulnerability in narcissists are examined, revealing their struggles with criticism and the quest for validation. Jacob also critiques societal perceptions of narcissism, offering insights on managing relationships and the ongoing quest for self-awareness among those with narcissistic tendencies.
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Journey to NPD Diagnosis
- Jacob Skidmore, diagnosed with NPD, shares his journey to diagnosis.
- Initially noticing feeling different at funerals, his maladaptive behaviors escalated, leading to therapy and eventual diagnosis after an incident with his girlfriend.
Development of Narcissism
- Jacob believes his narcissism developed over time, not present from birth.
- Early childhood sensitivity transformed into callousness due to trauma and a focus on achievements over personal validation.
Core of Narcissism
- Spencer and Jacob discuss the core of narcissism.
- They agree it stems from a need to feel superior to compensate for an inability to feel good about oneself.
