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The Blueprint

Ep. 17 Narcissism with Clinical Counseling Psychotherapist and Certified Trauma Coach Bri Larson

Apr 29, 2023
Bri Larson, a clinical counseling psychotherapist and certified trauma coach, discusses topics such as overcoming avoidance, the impact of social media on personal development, understanding complex trauma, recognizing self-sabotage, and exploring the spectrum of narcissism with a focus on empathy and self-reflection.
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Quick takeaways

  • Growing up in a complex trauma environment can lead to maladaptive views and coping mechanisms that require cognitive behavioral therapy and being mindful of the people you follow on social media.
  • The process of habit formation requires rewiring our brains and creating new neural pathways, starting small and gradually increasing intensity, but individuals with complex trauma may face challenges in forming new habits due to learned helplessness and maladaptive coping mechanisms.

Deep dives

Understanding the Impact of Complex Trauma

Complex trauma refers to repeated exposure to traumatic experiences over a long period of time. It is subjective, meaning what is traumatic for one person may not be for another. Growing up in a complex trauma environment normalizes unhealthy events and can lead to maladaptive views and coping mechanisms. These individuals may avoid certain situations or develop patterns of behavior and thoughts that are not congruent with reality. Overcoming avoidance requires cognitive behavioral therapy, exposure therapy, and being mindful of the people you follow on social media who can serve as inspirational guides.

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