Preparation is essential when dealing with encounters with narcissistic family members. The prepare and release method involves mentally preparing for the encounter, acknowledging that the person will make it all about themselves. One strategy is to turn the experience into a game of 'narcissist Bingo' where common behaviors like invalidation and gaslighting are anticipated and even joked about. This mental preparation can help individuals approach such encounters with a sense of humor and resilience.

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