Ep. 29 - Knowing the Psychopath Next Door: How to Spot the Psychopath in Your Life and Manage Them Effectively

In this episode of the Unstressed Exec, Dr. George Vergolias delves into the complex and often misunderstood world of psychopathy. Dispelling Hollywood myths, he explains that psychopathy isn't confined to violent criminals but can be found in corporate offices and everyday life. Dr. Vergolias discusses the core characteristics of psychopathy, the differences between psychopathy and antisocial personality disorder, and strategies for identifying and managing psychopaths in different types of relationships. He also provides practical advice on protecting oneself from their manipulative and potentially dangerous behavior.   00:00 Introduction and Host Background 00:59 Understanding Psychopathy: Myths and Realities 05:28 Core Characteristics of Psychopathy 18:17 Types of Psychopathy 23:37 Spotting a Psychopath in Your Life 27:38 Managing Relationships with Psychopaths 33:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts   Get the Conflict Whisperer Workbook! If you’re finding value in these episodes and want to go deeper, check out my workbook: “The Conflict Whisperer: From Conflict to Clarity : A No-Nonsense Guide to Managing Conflict in Every Relationship.” It’s packed with real-world strategies, over 75 reflection exercises, and neuroscience-backed tools to help you navigate conflict without losing your cool — at work, at home, or in moments of personal crisis. Whether you’re going through a breakup, managing tension with a partner, or leading under pressure, this workbook gives you a practical roadmap to turn conflict into clarity. You can grab your copy now on Amazon — here is the link 👉 https://a.co/d/7zdwAfs   About the Host – The Unstressed Exec Meet Dr. George Vergolias — a clinical and forensic corporate psychologist turned executive coach with 20+ years at the intersection of leadership, mental resilience, and high performance. George has advised Fortune 500 companies, guided C-suite leaders through crisis, and coached high-achievers to reclaim clarity, calm, and purpose without losing their edge. On The Unstressed Exec, George brings powerful insights from the boardroom to the mic — helping leaders navigate stress, burnout, conflict, and transformation with practical tools and no-BS wisdom. If you're ready to lead with strength and sanity, tune in. And when you're ready to go deeper, reach out for one-on-one executive or leadership coaching. This isn’t therapy — it’s your next level. Let’s build the life and leadership you actually want.   🎯 Listen. Grow. Lead — at The Unstressed Exec 📩 Stay Connected: Website: www.theunstressedexec.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.unstressed.exec TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.unstressed.exec Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/the.unstressed.exec YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@The_Unstressed_Exec   If you like The Unstressed Exec podcast please leave me a review and rate! For more info on my coaching services, keynote speaking and guest speaker/podcast opportunities, please visit my website at: www.theunstressedexec.com