Sam Vaknin
Author of Malignant Self Love: Narcissism Revisited, holds a PhD in philosophy and physics and professor of psychology. Expert on narcissism and narcissistic abuse.
Top 5 podcasts with Sam Vaknin
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May 18, 2024 • 2h 2min
Sam Vaknin: Narcissism, Donald Trump, Uncanny Valley, Mysticism, Trauma, Chronon Theory
Sam Vaknin, an Israeli writer and psychology professor, shares his deep insights into narcissism, drawn from his own transformative experiences. He discusses the differences between narcissistic personality disorder and psychopathy, emphasizing treatment challenges and relationship dynamics. The conversation delves into the psychological wounds of childhood abuse, the complexities of trauma, and the philosophical implications of reality and consciousness. Vaknin also touches on innovative ideas in physics, blending scientific theories with mysticism, sparking a thoughtful dialogue on existence.
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Mar 23, 2021 • 29min
Interview With Professor Sam Vaknin - Author of Malignant Self Love: Narcissism Revisited - Part 1
Professor Sam Vaknin, author of 'Malignant Self-Love: Narcissism Revisited,' discusses the uniqueness of narcissistic abuse, how narcissists live in their minds, and the challenges of diagnosing narcissistic behavior. With over 26 years of study, he has coined terms like 'narcissistic supply' and 'narcissistic abuse' to help victims recover.
Apr 15, 2022 • 51min
Richard Grannon Podcast Episode 59|How The Narcissist Puts You In Hypnotic Trance (Amnesia_Dissociation) For Mind Control - Sam Vaknin
Expert in narcissism, Sam Vaknin, discusses how narcissists create a hypnotic trance in victims through manipulation and brainwave synchronization. Topics include memory suppression, emotional entrapment, and recovery from narcissistic abuse.
Jun 8, 2021 • 1h 27min
Narcissism with Professor Sam Vaknin
Dr Sam Vaknin, Professor of Psychology and Finance, discusses narcissism, including the distinction between narcissistic style and disorder, shared fantasy in narcissistic relationships, dissociation and memory gaps in narcissists, and the parallels between narcissism and ancient religions.
Mar 30, 2021 • 36min
Part 2 of the Interview With Professor Sam Vaknin - Author of Malignant Self Love: Narcissism Revisited
In this conversation with Professor Sam Vaknin, an expert on narcissism and author of 'Malignant Self Love,' the discussion delves into the complexities of narcissistic abuse. Vaknin explores the fluidity of the victim-abuser dynamic, emphasizing the need for self-defense education and boundary setting. He challenges societal labels, arguing they can harm rather than heal. The episode highlights the shared trauma of both victims and abusers, advocating for understanding over judgment and the importance of validating personal experiences in recovery.
