73: Unmasking the Narcissist: Professor Sam Vaknin Reveals the Truth About Narcissism

“Narcissism is about the art of not being." - Prof. Sam VakninIn this compelling episode of Reclamation Radio, Dr. Kelly Brogan sits down with Professor Sam Vaknin to explore the intricate and often misunderstood world of narcissism. With decades of research under his belt, Sam Vaknin sheds light on the clinical and societal dimensions of narcissism, clarifying the common conflations and misconceptions that pervade our understanding of this complex personality disorder.Today's discussion delves deep into the roots of narcissistic behavior, the role of early childhood experiences, particularly with the mother, and the pervasive impact of narcissism on relationships. Dr. Brogan and Professor Vaknin also discuss the philosophical and clinical challenges in diagnosing and treating narcissistic personality disorder, offering a fresh perspective on a topic that has become increasingly relevant in today's social and relational landscapes.Today on Reclamation Radio:Understanding the difference between clinical narcissism and societal narcissismThe role of early childhood experiences in the development of narcissismWhy narcissists struggle with perceiving others as separate and externalThe concept of the "shared fantasy" in narcissistic relationshipsRed flags to watch for in potential narcissistic relationshipsThe profound grief and emotional aftermath of narcissistic abuseWhy narcissists lack the capacity for self-individuation and healingConnect with Dr. Vaknin:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@samvakninConnect with Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project hereWhat's your Reclamation Remedy? Take Kelly's quiz here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.

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It hurts to have unmet needs. And it sucks to scurry after crumbs when you’re starving. Join Kelly Brogan MD, as she teaches us how our pain points are portals. She’ll help you discover a world where every seeming challenge is a new chapter in your most audacious story. Plot twists, body symptoms, and heartbreak each represent an opportunity to own ourselves and learn to better wield the power of choice. Kelly will take you on a reclamation journey from the battlefield of victim consciousness to the sovereignty of self-devoted pleasure and expose every surprising place you’ve given your power away. Explore the tools you’ll need to find out what you want, how to ask for it and how to stand in fierce alignment with yourself.Kelly Brogan is a soul alchemist and threshold guardian devoted to the transformation of collective consciousness. As a young know-it-all atheist, candy-addict, straight-A MIT neuroscience major and Ivy-league trained psychiatrist, she specialized in feeding women, herself included, straight into the mouth of the medicated beast. After a Hashimoto’s healing journey inspired her to sound the alarm on the bait-and-switch of big pharma, she became a renegade activist—authoring the New York Times bestseller, A Mind of Your Own, and its follow-up, Own Your Self; co-editing the landmark textbook, Integrative Therapies for Depression; and eventually becoming an honorary member of the Disinformation Dozen. She is the creatrix of Vital Mind Reset, the online health reclamation program, and the membership community Vital Life Project. She’s a human, cat, and chicken mom.