How to spot a narcissist (and how to deal)

Narcissists: we all know one, have worked for one, shared a house with one or dated one - a person whose presence is powerfully and destructively isolating. Who work hard to appear strong, but mask a fragile self. Who suck the oxygen out of the room and energy out of you. You know it.  Maggie Hamilton is Sydney-based author, social researcher and media commentator. She’s written a bunch of books including What Men Don’t Talk About, and her new book, When We Become Strangers, explores our increasing social isolation from our families and communities.  You see, Maggie is worried, very worried, that our “all about me” society - coupled with social media - has seen an exponential growth in narcissistic behaviour which is fueling our loneliness epidemic. In this episode, she talks about how living in a narcissist world is increasing our feelings of feeling disconnected and alone, and what we can do about it.    WANT MORE FROM MAGGIE HAMILTON?   To hear today's full interview where Maggie discusses narcissism vs healthy self-esteem, how to work out if you’re a narcissist, and the importance of developing a community in combating loneliness...search for Extra Healthy-ish wherever you get your pods.    You can find out more about Maggie Hamilton, here. Her book When We Become Strangers. How loneliness leaks into our lives ($32.99, published by Murdoch Books), is available here.    WANT MORE BODY + SOUL?    Online: Head to bodyandsoul.com.au for your daily digital dose of health and wellness.   On social: Via Instagram at @bodyandsoul_au or Facebook. Got an idea for an episode or some feedback? DM us or host Felicity Harley on Instagram @felicityharley.    In print: Each Sunday, pick up the latest copy of the Body+Soul/Stellar flipbook inside The Sunday Telegraph (NSW), the Sunday Herald Sun (Victoria), The Sunday Mail (Queensland), Sunday Mail (SA) and Sunday Tasmanian (Tasmania). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.