Navigating Narcissism with Dr. Ramani

In this emotional episode, award-winning actress Evan Rachel Wood reveals how she survived years of abuse by Brian Warner, best known as controversial rocker Marilyn Manson, and the painful decisions she’s had to face in order to heal. Watch and Subscribe to our YouTube Channel @NavigatingNarcissismPod Follow me on social:  Instagram - @doctorramani Pod Instagram - @navigatingnarcissismpod Facebook - @doctorramani Twitter - @DoctorRamani YouTube: Dr. Ramani’s YT - DoctorRamani I want to hear from you, too. Have a toxic topic you want me to explore? Email me at askdrramani@redtabletalk.com. I just might answer your questions on air. Guest Bio: Evan Rachel Wood is an American actress and musician. She has starred in a variety of film and television projects, including HBO's hit series "Westworld," for which she received an Emmy nomination. She has also appeared in films such as "The Ides of March," "Into the Forest," and "Frozen 2." In addition to her acting career, Wood has released several albums and singles over the years. She is also an outspoken advocate for various causes, including LGBTQ rights, mental health awareness, and survivors of sexual assault. Wood has shared her own experiences with trauma and uses her platform to raise awareness and promote change. Wood has been recognized for her work both on and off screen. In 2017, she was named one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people. She continues to be an active voice in promoting social justice and using her talent to make a positive impact on the world. Guest Information: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evanrachelwood  This podcast should not be used as a substitute for medical or mental health advice. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical advice, counseling, and/or therapy from a healthcare professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issue, or health inquiry, including matters discussed on this podcast. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS Jada Pinkett Smith, Ellen Rakieten, Dr. Ramani Durvasula, Meghan Hoffman VP PRODUCTION OPERATIONS Martha Chaput CREATIVE DIRECTOR Jason Nguyen LINE PRODUCER Lee Pearce PRODUCER Matthew Jones, Aidan Tanner ASSOCIATE PRODUCER Mara De La Rosa ASSOCIATE CREATIVE PRODUCER Keenon Rush HAIR AND MAKEUP ARTIST Samantha Pack AUDIO ENGINEER Calvin Bailiff EXEC ASST Rachel Miller PRODUCTION OPS ASST Jesse Clayton EDITOR Eugene Gordon POST MEDIA MANAGER Luis E. Ackerman POST PROD ASST Moe Alvarez AUDIO EDITORS & MIXERS Matt Wellentin, Geneva Wellentin, VP, HEAD OF PARTNER STRATEGY Jae Trevits Digital MARKETING DIRECTOR Sophia Hunter VP, POST PRODUCTION Jonathan Goldberg SVP, HEAD OF CONTENT Lukas Kaiser HEAD OF CURRENT Christie Dishner VP, PRODUCTION OPERATIONS Jacob Moncrief EXECUTIVE IN CHARGE OF PRODUCTION Dawn ManningSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The podcast discusses the concept of going 'no contact' with a narcissist and explores alternative approaches like 'low contact'. It addresses considerations for going 'no contact' when children are involved. The chapter also discusses the dynamics of going 'no contact' with a narcissist and the potential anxieties that may arise when encountering them. It explores the back-and-forth cycle in narcissistic relationships and the difficulty of establishing boundaries. The chapter also discusses the listener's dilemma of going from low contact to no contact with their narcissistic mother and explores the complexity of this decision. It emphasizes the importance of self-care and healing, and encourages compassion towards the aging mother after developing psychological strength. The podcast also explores the concept of going 'no contact' with a narcissistic parent, emphasizing the importance of healing and growth.

Actress Juliet Landau shares her experience growing up with narcissistic parents and how it affected her. The podcast explores childhood dynamics, the disparity between public image and private life, and the realization of having narcissistic parents. They also discuss self-discovery, therapy, and the psychological toll of surviving narcissistic relationships. The chapter highlights the importance of going no contact, building a supportive team, and healing after narcissistic abuse.

Guest Jo Fonda, survivor of extreme post-separation abuse, shares her shocking story of escaping a dangerous relationship. The podcast explores topics like the charming facade of abusers, changing dynamics during pregnancy, impact of betrayal on mental health, leaving an abusive relationship, and understanding post-separation abuse.

Dr. Lily Dunn, brilliant author, shares her experience of being abandoned by her narcissistic father who joined a cult. They discuss the emotional impact and financial responsibilities left behind, as well as the dark side of the cult and her father's vulnerability to scams. The chapter also explores the concept of 'future faking' in narcissistic relationships and the long-lasting effects of having a narcissistic parent.

Former Oscar-winning producer Scott Rudin, known as "Hollywood's Biggest A-hole," is the guest on this podcast. The episode delves into his abusive behavior towards his employees, exploring topics such as toxic leadership, explosive behavior, and the impact of working in assistant positions in the entertainment industry. It also discusses the importance of support, the high turnover rate in the industry, and the harmful effects of toxic workplaces.

Dr. Ramani, an expert on enablers and their damaging actions, answers burning questions about enablers and discusses the different types of enablers, the challenges of dealing with them, recognizing narcissistic behavior, the consequences of enablers leaving narcissistic parents, the importance of talking it out and making amends, setting boundaries and evaluating relationships, and the complexities of enabling and its impact on survivors of narcissistic abuse.

Esteemed author Priscilla Gilman discusses her personal journey of shouldering the emotional burden of her parents. The podcast explores codependency, the dynamics between codependency and narcissism in relationships, and the speaker's journey of recovery and healing.

Jan Broberg survived the unthinkable: being abducted and brutally sexually abused by a family friend - not once, but twice. Jan bravely reveals the details of her headline-making story, how she learned to thrive and the impact on her relationship with her parents who were also groomed by a psychopath hiding in plain sight. Watch and Subscribe to our YouTube Channel @NavigatingNarcissismPod Follow me on social:  Instagram - @doctorramani Pod Instagram - @navigatingnarcissismpod Facebook - @doctorramani Twitter - @DoctorRamani YouTube: Dr. Ramani’s YT - DoctorRamani I want to hear from you, too. Have a toxic topic you want me to explore? Email me at askdrramani@redtabletalk.com. I just might answer your questions on air. Guest Bio: Jan Broberg is an American actress, singer, and dancer. As a child, Broberg was kidnapped on two occasions by a family friend, at ages twelve and fourteen. The experience has been documented in her mother Mary Ann Broberg's book, Stolen Innocence: The Jan Broberg Story, the documentary Abducted in Plain Sight, and the drama miniseries A Friend of the Family. She later founded The Jan Broberg Foundation, which provides resources and direction to those that might need help in regaining their life and healing from sexual abuse. Guest Information: Website - https://www.thejanbrobergfoundation.org/  Podcast: https://www.thejanbrobergshow.com/  Instagram - @janibroberg  This podcast should not be used as a substitute for medical or mental health advice. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical advice, counseling, and/or therapy from a healthcare professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issue, or health inquiry, including matters discussed on this podcast. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS Jada Pinkett Smith, Ellen Rakieten, Dr. Ramani Durvasula, Meghan Hoffman VP PRODUCTION OPERATIONS Martha Chaput CREATIVE DIRECTOR Jason Nguyen LINE PRODUCER Lee Pearce PRODUCER Matthew Jones, Aidan Tanner ASSOCIATE PRODUCER Mara De La Rosa ASSOCIATE CREATIVE PRODUCER Keenon Rush HAIR AND MAKEUP ARTIST Samantha Pack AUDIO ENGINEER Calvin Bailiff EXEC ASST Rachel Miller PRODUCTION OPS ASST Jesse Clayton EDITOR Eugene Gordon Eric Tome POST MEDIA MANAGER Luis E. Ackerman POST PROD ASST Moe Alvarez AUDIO EDITORS & MIXERS Matt Wellentin, Geneva Wellentin, VP, HEAD OF PARTNER STRATEGY Jae Trevits Digital MARKETING DIRECTOR Sophia Hunter VP, POST PRODUCTION Jonathan Goldberg SVP, HEAD OF CONTENT Lukas Kaiser HEAD OF CURRENT Christie Dishner VP, PRODUCTION OPERATIONS Jacob Moncrief EXECUTIVE IN CHARGE OF PRODUCTION Dawn ManningSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Felicia Rosario was a brilliant graduate of Harvard and Columbia when she was introduced to Larry Ray. Little did she know, her life would soon be destroyed by the man who had started a sadistic cult in his daughter’s dorm at Sarah Lawrence College. Now, Felicia is revealing never-before-heard details of her decade-long relationship with Ray and how she helped put him behind bars for 60 years. Watch and Subscribe to our YouTube Channel @NavigatingNarcissismPod Follow me on social:  Instagram - @doctorramani Pod Instagram - @navigatingnarcissismpod Facebook - @doctorramani Twitter - @DoctorRamani YouTube: Dr. Ramani’s YT - DoctorRamani I want to hear from you, too. Have a toxic topic you want me to explore? Email me at askdrramani@redtabletalk.com. I just might answer your questions on air. Guest Bio: Felicia Rosario was born in New York to immigrants from the Dominican Republic. She attended Harvard College and then Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. She matched in psychiatry at the University of Southern California. She met Lawrence Ray in 2011 through her brother, a student at Sarah Lawrence College. Larry manipulated and enslaved Felicia for almost ten years. After his arrest in 2020, Felicia testified at his 2022 trial. Felicia is now a management consultant. She teaches SAT to underprivileged students in her spare time. She hopes to return to medicine and one day specialize in forensic psychiatry. Guest Information: Instagram - @feliciarosario_official This podcast should not be used as a substitute for medical or mental health advice. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical advice, counseling, and/or therapy from a healthcare professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issue, or health inquiry, including matters discussed on this podcast. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS Jada Pinkett Smith, Ellen Rakieten, Dr. Ramani Durvasula, Meghan Hoffman VP PRODUCTION OPERATIONS Martha Chaput CREATIVE DIRECTOR Jason Nguyen LINE PRODUCER Lee Pearce PRODUCER Matthew Jones, Aidan Tanner ASSOCIATE PRODUCER Mara De La Rosa ASSOCIATE CREATIVE PRODUCER Keenon Rush HAIR AND MAKEUP ARTIST Samantha Pack AUDIO ENGINEER Calvin Bailiff EXEC ASST Rachel Miller PRODUCTION OPS ASST Jesse Clayton EDITOR Eugene Gordon Eric Tome POST MEDIA MANAGER Luis E. Ackerman POST PROD ASST Moe Alvarez AUDIO EDITORS & MIXERS Matt Wellentin, Geneva Wellentin, VP, HEAD OF PARTNER STRATEGY Jae Trevits Digital MARKETING DIRECTOR Sophia Hunter VP, POST PRODUCTION Jonathan Goldberg SVP, HEAD OF CONTENT Lukas Kaiser HEAD OF CURRENT Christie Dishner VP, PRODUCTION OPERATIONS Jacob Moncrief EXECUTIVE IN CHARGE OF PRODUCTION Dawn ManningSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.