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Psychology Talk Podcast

It's Not Me It's You: Addressing Narcissism at Home, Work, School & the Greater World with Dr. Karyne Messina, EdD

Sep 12, 2023
Dr. Karyne Messina, a clinical psychologist, discusses the concept of projective identification and blame shifting in relationships. Her book, 'It’s Not Me, It’s You!' guides readers on how to recognize narcissistic manipulation and protect themselves. The podcast explores the dynamics of blame shifting in narcissistic behavior, the prevalence of human trafficking, therapy's role in social dynamics, and strategies to counter narcissistic manipulation.
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  • Recognizing projective identification in relationships is crucial to protect oneself from abuse and manipulation.
  • Recognizing blame shifting in relationships is important for the recipients to understand that it is not their fault and that they are not responsible for the actions or behaviors projected onto them.

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Understanding Projective Identification in Relationships

Projective identification is a defense mechanism used by narcissists and others to shift blame onto others. It involves projecting disliked aspects of oneself onto someone else and then accusing them of the behavior or characteristics. This can cause confusion and harm to the recipient who may start to believe the false accusations. Recognizing projective identification in relationships is crucial to protect oneself from abuse and manipulation.

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