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The Divorce Survival Guide Podcast

Episode 259: Healing from Narcissistic Relationships with Kerry McAvoy

Mar 21, 2024
Psychologist and writer Kerry McAvoy discusses healing from narcissistic relationships. Topics include the challenges of being in a relationship with a narcissist, the importance of self-nurturing post-breakup, and recognizing covert aggression. Kerry emphasizes the slow dismantling of self in abusive relationships and the necessity of focusing on self-care for healing.
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Quick takeaways

  • Recognize that in narcissistic relationships, the power dynamic is skewed and authentic communication is lacking.
  • Understanding that you cannot change a narcissistic partner and the focus should be on self-nurturing after the relationship ends.

Deep dives

Recognizing Toxic Relationships and Dynamics

In toxic relationships, the dynamic is different from normal healthy relationships, where one person's emotional needs dominate the relationship, submerging the other person's needs. Emotionally immature individuals lean on their partners to stabilize their insecurities and offload their negative emotions. This dynamic leads to a power struggle where authentic communication and empathy are lacking.

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