Narcissistic disorder is a spectrum.
That means, someone may exhibit some narcissistic traits, or have their entire personality taken over by it.
Should we strive for healing the NPD? Is it even possible?
If so, what really is the problem inside a narcissist's psyche?
(00:00) Getting Started
(01:58) So Narcissism is a Defense Mechanism?
(04:59) What is It a Defense Mechanism Against?
(07:40) Internalized Super-ego of a Narcissist
(12:47) You Shouldn't Hope to Heal a Narcissist
(16:15) Narcissism Might Get Stiffer and Reach the Point Where It's No Longer Possible to Deal With It
(19:18) Richard Explains Why He Doesn't Believe in Healing NPD
(24:06) If Someone Wants to Try and Heal NPD, They Might Want to Focus on Healing the Inner Critic
(24:36) Goodbye
Fix CPTSD Podcast | Psychology and Philosophy in Narcissistic Times with Richard Grannon