EPISODE · Dec 31, 2025 · 32 MIN
Living with Narcissism: Why You Can’t Stop Reacting to Criticism or Control | Epi 117
from The Narcissism Decoder · host Dr. Anthony Mazzella
Have you ever cared deeply for someone who constantly leaves you feeling smaller, unseen, or blamed? In this interview with John Cordray, we look beneath the surface of those relationships — into the emotional patterns that fuel narcissistic dynamics. We unpack why it’s so hard not to react when you’re being judged or attacked, and I even attempt a Coca-Cola analogy to explain it (you’ll have to decide if it works).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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Have you ever cared deeply for someone who constantly leaves you feeling smaller, unseen, or blamed? In this interview with John Cordray, we look beneath the surface of those relationships — into the emotional patterns that fuel narcissistic dynamics. We unpack why it’s so hard not to react when you’re being judged or attacked, and I even attempt a Coca-Cola analogy to explain it (you’ll have to decide if it works). If you are interested in a consultation or seeking virtual therapy services, ...
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