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Memory: How to Develop, Train and Use It by ATKINS

by Christine Hammond, MS, LMHC

Understanding Today's Narcissist is a podcast dedicated to separating fact from fiction when it comes to dealing with a narcissist in your life. Your host is Christine Hammond, MS, LMHC, a licensed psychotherapist, speaker and author. For more information, visit www.growwithchristine.com Looking for help with dealing with the narcissist in your life? Visit http://growwithchristine.com/narcissism/ to sign up for online support!

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Episodes

  1. The Dark Tetrad: Possibly THE Scariest Boss

    No matter what the profession, if a boss has this personality combination, they are terrifying. The Dark Tetrad is composed of four parts: narcissism, Machiavellianism, psychopathy, and sadism. Sadism is the addition to the Dark Triad which has narcissism, Machiavellianism and psychopathy. For...

  2. Obsessed: Narcissists and Their Food

    It wasn’t until Tabitha had dinner at a friend’s house as a teenager that she realized there was something odd about how her family handled food. At her friend’s, there was food with a variety of healthy and even some unhealthy snacks. Her mother didn’t have a lock on the “special food” so no one...

  3. The Dysfunctional Bond Between Narcissists and Co-Dependents

    Megan and Ryan decided to go to marriage counseling after their last fight resulted in the police being called. After being married for 7 years, the marriage was falling apart, and Ryan now had a police record for domestic violence as a result. The conflict did not start with Ryan hitting his…

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  4. Parental Alienation

    There is hardly a day that doesn’t go by in my counseling practice where someone brings up the concept of parental alienation. The problem is that the term is frequently misused. For some, it is a catch phrase used to describe any and all poor parent/child relationships. After all, it is far…

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  5. 5 Tips for Surviving Narcissistic In-Laws over the Holidays

    As the holidays approached, Heather began to worry about the next encounter with her in-laws. Last Thanksgiving was a complete disaster. After spending days getting their new house ready for the visit, her narcissistic mother-in-law walked in the house and announced, “It’s not that bad.” Heather...

  6. The Sociopathic Art of Deception

    As a science teacher in a public high school, Amanda was well liked by her students. Not only was she young, beautiful, and a good communicator, but she also had a way of interacting with the students that was a bit different yet very effective. Everyone loved her – teachers, administrators,...

  7. Stockholm Syndrome

    What is Stockholm Syndrome? Usually the term is reserved for hostage situations referencing a bank robbery that occurred in 1973 in Stockholm Sweden. After spending 6 days in a bank vault, the four hostages refused to testify against their captors and instead raised money for their defense. The...

  8. Healing from a Narcissistic Parent

    The moment Brian first really understood the term Narcissistic Personality Disorder, a light bulb went off in his brain. He spent most of his life thinking he was crazy, lazy, and stupid – three words his father often said about him to other family members and friends. His father also severely…

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  9. How Not to be Your Boss' Scapegoat

    Understand what a scapegoat is. The purpose of a scapegoat is to pass responsibility onto someone else. Usually this person is unsuspecting at first and agrees because they are trying to get along with others. This technique of passing the buck is very common with narcissists, sociopaths, and...

  10. Strategies for Coping with an Adult Narcissist Child

    Christine reviews the tips and techniques for coping with an adult narcissist child. Live in the present. One of the biggest temptations is to look backwards and wonder, “what if,” or “if only”. Second to that is to look too far ahead and try to predict the action of the ANC. Neither of these is...

  11. Narcissist Awareness Grief

    Christine introduces the concept of "NAG" with a story of her own client, Sam. She unpacks the symptoms and the 6 stages of NAG which all need to be faced and understood. www.growwithchristine.com

  12. What You Can Do If Your Teen Seems Narcissistic

    Chistine makes suggestions - What You Can Do If Your Teen Seems Narcissistic www.growwithchristine.com

  13. Parents of Narcissist? - It's Not Your Fault

    Christine explores the challenges facing parents of narcissistic children, and how to cope. www.growwithchristine.com

  14. Shame Based Parenting

    Christine talks about "shame-based" parenting. www.growwithchristine.com

  15. Passive Aggressive Personality Trait

    On this edition, Christine unpacks the Passive-Aggressive Personality Traits - they are much like a personality disorder and often show up similar to narcissism www.growwithchristine.com

  16. Abuse Fog

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  17. Trauma Bonding

    Christine covers trauma bonds, what they are, how to identify them, and how they can effect us in a relationship with a narcissist. www.growwithchristine.com

  18. Dating Apps and Narcissism

    Christine visits with her colleague Nate Webster to discuss dating apps and narcissists, the relationship between this social technology and the behavior of them, and what to watch out for if you are using these apps to find a mate. www.growwithchristine.com

  19. Shaming tactics

    Narcissists use shame to control people around them. It is a very real form of emotional abuse. By recognizing these tactics (there are 11 different examples) you will be better equipped to manage through these tactics. www.growwithchristine.com

  20. Smear Tactics

    How does a narcissist control you? Christine covers the 5 ways, the tactics they use in a relationship to smear you - understanding these tactics can help you out-maneuver the narcissist. www.growwithchristine.com

  21. Hidden Shame

    Hidden shame can show up in the strangest ways, and at unexpected times in any relationship. Christine shares how an individual might lie to cover up their own hidden shame, bury the truth in an effort to protect themselves. www.growwithchristine.com

  22. Abuse Part 8-Legal

    In this ongoing series, Christine Hammond reveals the toxic ways that narcissists can be abusive in relationships and how you can protect yourself from these tactics. www.growwithchristine.com

  23. Abuse Part 7-Spiritual

    In this ongoing series, Christine Hammond reveals the toxic ways that narcissists can be abusive in relationships and how you can protect yourself from these tactics. www.growwithchristine.com

  24. Abuse Part 6 -Financial

    In this ongoing series, Christine Hammond reveals the toxic ways that narcissists can be abusive in relationships and how you can protect yourself from these tactics. www.growwithchristine.com

  25. Abuse Part 5-Sexual

    In this ongoing series, Christine Hammond reveals the toxic ways that narcissists can be abusive in relationships and how you can protect yourself from these tactics. www.growwithchristine.com

  26. Abuse Part 2-Physical

    In this ongoing series, Christine Hammond reveals the ways that narcissists can be abusive in relationships and how you can protect yourself from these tactics. www.growwithchristine.com

  27. Abuse Part 3-Verbal

    In this ongoing series, Christine Hammond reveals the ways that narcissists can be abusive in relationships and how you can protect yourself from these tactics. www.growwithchristine.com

  28. Abuse Part 4-Emotional

    In this ongoing series, Christine Hammond reveals the ways that narcissists can be abusive in relationships and how you can protect yourself from these tactics. www.growwithchristine.com

  29. Abuse Part 1 - Mental

    In this ongoing series, Christine Hammond reveals the ways that narcissists can be abusive in relationships and how you can protect yourself from these tactics. www.growwithchristine.com

  30. Working with a Narcissist

    Working with a Narcissist

  31. 10 Tips for Working with a Narcissist

    10 Tips for Working with a Narcissist

  32. The Holidays with a Narcissist

    The Holidays with a Narcissist

  33. Male & Female Narcissists: What are the Differences?

    Male & Female Narcissists: What are the Differences?

  34. The Addict Narcissist

    The Addict Narcissist

  35. Smear Attacks

    Smear Attacks

  36. E010: Danger Ahead - The Delusional Narcissist

    Danger Ahead: The Delusional Narcissist: How does a narcissist go from appearing so charming and innocent to becoming harmful and dangerous? Most narcissists utilize verbal abusive tactics to get what they want in fits of rage, some do long-term mental and emotional abuse, and still fewer…

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  37. E011: Mommie Dearest - Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers

    Mommie Dearest: Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers: The 1981 movie, Mommie Dearest, has the infamous wire hanger scene where Joan rages over a single wire hanger in her daughter’s closet caused a stir with Joan’s physically abusive behavior. Daughters of narcissistic mothers report similar rages...

  38. How to Divorce a Narcissist

    Divorcing a narcissist is grueling because they refuse to be on the receiving end of someone leaving them. It takes careful planning to avoid complete exhaustion. Follow these steps before confronting your narcissistic spouse. For more help, join us for a 4 week live webinar on how to Survive a...

  39. Ways Narcissists Retaliate Through Children

    Divorcing a narcissist doesn’t solve everything. The next party on the victimization list is often the children. But really, the narcissist is just using the children to attack the ex-spouse. Learn how. For more help, join us for a 4 week live webinar on how to Survive a Divorce with a…

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  40. How to Survive a Divorce with a Narcissist:

    Divorce is difficult. But divorcing a narcissist can feel impossible. The surprise abusive attacks followed by the desperate pleas to remain together create confusion, frustration, and anxiety. Here are a few of their tactics. For more help, join us for a 4 week live webinar on how to Survive a...

  41. E06: Can A Narcissist Be Remorseful?

    Have you ever wondered if narcissists are capable or remorse and even empathy? Discover the answer in this episode. To learn more, visit www.growwithchristine.com

  42. E05: Covert Narcissists

    What is a covert narcissist? And how do they differ from other types of narcissists? Discover the answer in this episode. For more information, visit www.growwithchristine.com

  43. E04: What's In A Name?

    Discover the different personality disorders and how they are different and similar to narcissistic personality disorder. To learn more, visit www.growwithchristine.com

  44. E03: Narcissistic Mothers and Their Daughters

    Narcissistic mothers are often portrayed in popular culture and Disney movies. Discover the hallmark traits of narcissistic mothers and their daughters, and a case study that illustrates the dynamic between them. For more information, visit www.growwithchristine.com

  45. E02: Narcissistic Cycle of Abuse

    In this episode, you'll discover the narcissist cycle of abuse; what it is and how to deal with it effectively. Learn how to avoid verbal assaults and how the narcissist uses the cycle of abuse for their own benefit. To learn more, visit www.growwithchristine.com

  46. E01: What Is Narcissism?

    Narcissism is not going away- we see in our political environment and in society in general. In this episode you'll discover what narcissism is, the origin of the term narcissism and what motivates a narcissist. For more information, visit www.growwithchristine.com

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Understanding Today's Narcissist is a podcast dedicated to separating fact from fiction when it comes to dealing with a narcissist in your life. Your host is Christine Hammond, MS, LMHC, a licensed psychotherapist, speaker and author. For more information, visit www.growwithchristine.com Looking for help with dealing with the narcissist in your life? Visit http://growwithchristine.com/narcissism/ to sign up for online support!

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