Followup post! How can we combat the brain's tendency to willfully protect itself while maintaining a...

Followup post! How can we combat the brain's tendency to willfully protect itself while maintaining a...
The question that fucks with us all, on both ends of the relationship dynamic. How do we define "abuse"? And how can...
This episode explores the concept of “abuse-supporting stupidity” in narcissistic behavior patterns. It highlights how narcissists often engage in self-sabotaging behaviors due to their reliance on immature defense mechanisms and lack of self-reflection. The discussion emphasizes that abusers unintentionally create a disintegrated psychological environment, affecting both themselves and their victims. Understanding this process can help survivors make sense of their experiences and reduce self-blame for staying in abusive relationships. Recognizing these patterns is crucial for healing and breaking the cycle of abuse.
Picking up from our discussion of intellectualizing, rationalizing, narcs, and processing styles, let's talk about...
Narcissistic behavior and decision making: how smart ARE narcissists, really? How do they make decisions? And how do these thought processes differ between grandiose and vulnerable subtypes?
Did I forget to say something yesterday, or plan to make this most important point separately? Intellectualizing ->...
So Fucking What Part 1 So Fucking What Part 2 Transcript: Well, hey there fuckers. Happy anniversary. This officially...
We have returned, for personality disorder x defense mechanisms Pt II. The major finding of our last show was…...
The discussion continues! What's the REAL purpose of these common self-defense tactics? Advanced fuckers can check out...
This podcast episode explores the disorganized personality structuring of narcissists, explaining how their lack of integration affects their behavior and relationships. It discusses different levels of personality organization and how narcissists’ fragmented psyches lead to inconsistent and often manipulative actions. The episode draws parallels between narcissistic behaviors and childlike reactions, offering insights into why narcissists may seem unpredictable or intentionally deceptive. It also touches on the importance of self-integration in developing personal integrity and maintaining healthy relationships.
The end of intellectualizing. Time to apply the knowledge we just gathered for our own narc dealings.
Let's compare narcissism to the levels of personality functioning that range from "mature" to "psychopathological,"...
There is NO INTEGRITY WITHOUT INTEGRATION, and these fuckers use relationships as stand-ins for doing the work.
Transcript Hey Fuckers! Anyone else had an intense couple of weeks? Between the three jobs I’m working, the family...
References: Di Pierro R, Fanti E. Self-Concept in Narcissism: Profile Comparisons of Narcissistic Manifestations on...
Yooooo Fuckers! As long as we’re talking about self and healing these days, I wanted to share with you - the...