Narcissism & Divorce: Understanding the Toxic Patterns Part 1 - Episode 41

This week, Andee welcomes back Dr Kyrstin Lokkesmoe, PhD, LPC for a discussion on the topic of Narcissism.  It’s term we hear a LOT in the media, and something that the lawyers of Hastings Shadmehry deal with on a regular basis.  Join Andee and Dr. Kyrstin for an extremely informative discussion of this toxic personality disorder, and how it affects relationships and family law cases.00:25 Introductions01:28 Warrior or Diplomat03:30 What is Narcissism?06:10 Misconceptions about the Definition of Narcissism06:40 Traits of a Narcissist10:00 Love-Bombing13:30 Narcissists thrive on secrecy16:24 Narcissism in Divorce19:19 Examples of Gaslighting23:31 Narcissists don’t quit26:00 Stop considering the Narcissist’s feelings29:30 The Best Defense34:40 Standing between the Narcissist and the Client37:20 Isolation as a Narcissist’s Tactic41:00 How to become empowered42:00 Science behind the effects of Narcissism46:00 How did I get to this?49:00 Narcissists are after Power and Control50:00 Narcissists are predictable and unoriginal52:30 Do not go to Couples Counseling with a Narcissist56:00 How to contact Clear Life Counseling 56:30 Wrap-Up #hastingsshadmehryshow #hastingsshadmehry #andeedyerhastings #malishadmehry #family #highassetdivorce #podcast #narcissism #narcissisticabuse