Two Hot Takes 193: Genuinely Self-Absorbed?..
Nov 28, 2024
Morgan is joined by Michaela Okland, a Broadway enthusiast and content creator. They dive into self-absorption in relationships, discussing a husband pressuring his wife for a c-section and the dynamics of selling family heirlooms. The conversation explores the emotional complexities of wedding planning and the rise of elopements, along with navigating childbirth choices. They highlight personal freedoms in toxic relationships and the importance of setting boundaries, all wrapped in humorous anecdotes from their lives and beyond.
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Wedding Dress Drama
- A woman bought a wedding dress without her mother, who is narcissistic and made hurtful comments about her appearance in the past.
- The mother is now upset and claims to be embarrassed in front of her friends, but the daughter feels justified.
Narcissistic Mothers
- Mothers can be self-absorbed, viewing their daughters as reflections of themselves and making hurtful comments about weight or appearance.
- This behavior can stem from a competitive dynamic or the desire for daughters to fulfill the mothers' unachieved dreams.
Dealing with Narcissists
- Consider the "gray rock method" to deal with narcissistic individuals.
- This involves making yourself uninteresting to the narcissist by giving minimal engagement.