EPISODE · Mar 7, 2026 · 29 MIN
How Capitalism Cultivates Narcissism in Inclusive Leadership Coaching
from Neurodivergently Coaching · host Terri Donohue
How Capitalism Cultivates Narcissism in Inclusive Leadership Coaching Discover why narcissism isn't just a personality disorder—it's a systemic pattern shaped by capitalism itself. In this eye-opening episode, host Terri explores the hidden connection between economic systems and narcissistic behaviour patterns that show up in coaching, leadership, and everyday life. Learn why coaching emerged inside capitalism, not outside of it, and how the industry's "we don't coach mental health" narrative creates a dangerous policy-practice gap. With 85% of coaches reporting clients seeking mental wellbeing support, it's time to challenge what we've been taught about scope of practice. This episode covers: • The spectrum of narcissistic traits from healthy ego to harmful behavior • How neoliberalism in the 1980s-90s shaped modern coaching culture • The true self vs. false self split and how capitalism weaponizes it • Why understanding system-shaped behavior is essential for inclusive coaching • The role of white supremacy, patriarchy, and oppression in shaping adaptations • Why 1 in 6 people may operate with strong narcissistic traits 🎙️ Listen now and join the Inclusion Lab for deeper conversations, coaching strategies and tools -> The Real Talk: Rest as Resistance Connect with Terri: https://terridonohue.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/terridonohuecoaching/ https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=37544869&appointmentType=85793642 Podcast Disclaimer Bio: As someone who is ADHD and dyslexic, Terri (she/her/hers) brings the expertise of lived experience to her coaching practice. She is a Jamaican American woman living and loving Canada and an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) Life and Leadership coach with thousands of hours of coaching experience and credentials in DEIAA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Anti-Racism, and Accessibility) and Neuro-Inclusive Equitable Systems Design from the University of British Columbia. As a mentor coach supervisor, she supports coaches in designing inclusive coaching practices that honour neurodiversity. Before coaching, she spent 23 years as an Emmy-nominated makeup artist in the entertainment industry, where she developed her strengths in creative innovation, design, systems thinking, and collaborative partnership. Whether you're a coach, leader, or someone navigating complex relationships, this episode will change how you see human behavior forever. Fair warning: once you see these patterns, you can't unsee them. Keywords: narcissism in leadership, capitalism and narcissism, inclusive leadership coaching, coaching mental health, neoliberalism and coaching, narcissistic traits, systems thinking, DEI coaching, coaching scope of practice, trauma-informed coaching
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How Capitalism Cultivates Narcissism in Inclusive Leadership Coaching Discover why narcissism isn't just a personality disorder—it's a systemic pattern shaped by capitalism itself. In this eye-opening episode, host Terri explores the hidden connection between economic systems and narcissistic behaviour patterns that show up in coaching, leadership, and everyday life. Learn why coaching emerged inside capitalism, not outside of it, and how the industry's "we don't coach mental health" narrative creates a dangerous policy-practice gap. With 85% of coaches reporting clients seeking mental wellbeing support, it's time to challenge what we've been taught about scope of practice. This episode covers: • The spectrum of narcissistic traits from healthy ego to harmful behavior • How neoliberalism in the 1980s-90s shaped modern coaching culture • The true self vs. false self split and how capitalism weaponizes it • Why understanding system-shaped behavior is essential for inclusive coaching • The role of white supremacy, patriarchy, and oppression in shaping adaptations • Why 1 in 6 people may operate with strong narcissistic traits 🎙️ Listen now and join the Inclusion Lab for deeper conversations, coaching strategies and tools -> The Real Talk: Rest as Resistance Connect with Terri: https://terridonohue.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/terridonohuecoaching/ https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=37544869&appointmentType=85793642 Podcast Disclaimer Bio: As someone who is ADHD and dyslexic, Terri (she/her/hers) brings the expertise of lived experience to her coaching practice. She is a Jamaican American woman living and loving Canada and an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) Life and Leadership coach with thousands of hours of coaching experience and credentials in DEIAA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Anti-Racism, and Accessibility) and Neuro-Inclusive Equitable Systems Design from the University of British Columbia. As a mentor coach supervisor, she supports coaches in designing inclusive coaching practices that honour neurodiversity. Before coaching, she spent 23 years as an Emmy-nominated makeup artist in the entertainment industry, where she developed her strengths in creative innovation, design, systems thinking, and collaborative partnership. Whether you're a coach, leader, or someone navigating complex relationships, this episode will change how you see human behavior forever. Fair warning: once you see these patterns, you can't unsee them. Keywords: narcissism in leadership, capitalism and narcissism, inclusive leadership coaching, coaching mental health, neoliberalism and coaching, narcissistic traits, systems thinking, DEI coaching, coaching scope of practice, trauma-informed coaching
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