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EPISODE · May 7, 2025 · 19 MIN

How to Help Someone Break Free from Narcissistic Fantasy

from The Narcissism Decoder · host Dr. Anthony Mazzella

In this final clip from my interview on Soul Shaking Love, we dive into the tough questions about narcissistic change: How do you encourage someone to get help? Why is real transformation so hard for those with narcissistic traits? We uncover the painful split between fantasy and reality that keeps many stuck—and why bridging that divide is key to healing. If you’ve ever wondered why change feels out of reach, this conversation sheds light on the heart of the struggle. Listen to full episode here: Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/2R3EZ6W5UpDRXnM9QMYO5p?si=tm49CCEzQjqAPs9Eq0aJfwApple Podcast:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/soul-shaking-love/id1435934531YouTube Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2C3HT5ponKg5R1rkzgQaCH57qAvjLtiTValerie's Website: https://coachvaleriegreene.com/podcast/anthony/If you are interested in a consultation or seeking virtual therapy services, Dr. Mazzella is accepting new patients. Please click here for more detailed information.  Contact me Directly with observations, questions or comments:  [email protected] You can follow The Narcissism Decoder on: https://www.instagram.com/thenarcissism.decoder/ https://www.tiktok.com/@thenarcissismdecoder https://www.youtube.com/@thenarcissismdecoder  Dr. Mazzella’s personal website: drmazzella.comDr. Anthony Mazzella is a psychoanalyst and psychodynamic psychotherapist specializing in narcissism, personality disorders, and relational dynamics.

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In this final clip from my interview on Soul Shaking Love, we dive into the tough questions about narcissistic change: How do you encourage someone to get help? Why is real transformation so hard for those with narcissistic traits? We uncover the painful split between fantasy and reality that keeps many stuck—and why bridging that divide is key to healing. If you’ve ever wondered why change feels out of reach, this conversation sheds light on the heart of the struggle. Listen to full ep...

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