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Fix CPTSD Podcast | Psychology and Philosophy in Narcissistic Times with Richard Grannon

Richard Grannonwww.spartanlifecoach.com
Are you in pain after narcissistic abuse? Finding yourself feeling lost? The CPTSD model and importance of trauma healing resonates with you? Turn your intuition back on again by developing emotional intelligence and healing the superego (inner critic). As you reduce your emotional flashbacks (main CPTSD symptom), you will notice your motivation and discipline go up. Richard Grannon provides insights from psychology and philosophy to assist humans with life on this here earth. Follow Richard at: youtube.com/user/SPARTANLIFECOACH instagram.com/richard.grannon spartanlifecoach.com
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Why You Are STUCK in the Narcissistic Relationship?

There is something BIG holding the relationship in place. Maybe the narcissist didn't came by accident and needs your help? Some say it's a moral obligation to be the narcissist's partner. What is it that needs to be done here? If you want to know the answer, listen to this episode now. (00:20) Physical (Visible) vs. Emotional (Invisible) Abuse (02:01) Morality Structure Holding a Relationship, Fake Morality is Just a Justification (05:54) Abusive Types Rely on Your Desire to People Please (07:3...

Aug 04, 202019 min

The Blind Maze and the Double Bind of the Narcissistically Abusive System

This is why victims of narcissistic abuse go crazy and lose their sense of reality. The good thing is, it's induced - and whatever's induced, is temporary and can be resolved. If you want to break free from the maze the narcissist put you in, listen to this episode. (00:01) The Blind Maze Game (03:14) Territory and It's False Map (04:33) Gregory's Batson Double Bind Theory (05:44) Learn to See the Truth of Reality as It is (08:39) What is Keeping You in the Blind Maze?...

Aug 04, 202011 min

How to Tell Histrionic Personality Disorder?

What is Histrionic Personality Disorder? Is it distinct to NPD? If you were ever curious how to tell is someone has a histrionic personality disorder, listen to this episode. (00:31) Behavioral Traits of Histrionic Personality Disorder (02:49) Shallowness of Opinions (03:38) Being Center of Attention (04:25) Sexualization of Conversation (05:36) Shifting of Emotions (08:56) High Anxiety and Panickiness

Aug 03, 202013 min

Why Do Women Get Back With Abusive Men? (Trauma Bonding)

This is a problem that is often not very well understood. (Even by psychologists). Unfortunately our brain works in a way that allows TRAUMA to create a strong, emotional bonds that can work against us. Understanding it better can make you stronger and more resistant to coming back to abuser. You DON'T have to be a slave to your brain. (00:35) On Trauma Bonding (Plus Example) (02:22) Trauma Bonding in PsyOps and Mind Control? (03:56) Abuser Seen as Rescuer & 1984 Reference (05:46) Trauma Bon...

Aug 02, 202011 min

How to Stop Being a Slave ("Fake Morality" and Nietzsche)

Is humility good? How is that connected to people struggling to make money? Nietzsche has some interesting insights into how we act in relationships. Codependents have a tendency to dignify their position, and that may be a trap you want to avoid. Learn the concept of "Slave Morality" and see through devastating results it has. (00:00) Hello (01:11) Richard's Idea of the "Fake Morality" Part 1 (07:03) Richard's Idea of the "Fake Morality" Part 2 (08:12) What is "Slave Morality" According to Niet...

Aug 02, 202025 min

How to repattern the inner parent, heal the superego virus

Until we deal with our toxic superego, our healing process will not move further. How to repattern this inner part of ours? How to be a good, loving parent to yourself? This, and more in this recording from the exciting UCLA Seminar. (00:09) Why Does a Narcissist Want to Destroy You? (02:50) There's No Fixing and It's a Hard Thing to Accept (04:42) Talking About Malignant Optimism (06:55) How Do You Fix a Malignant Inner Parent? (12:00) Answering Questions (17:00) Talking About the Gender Issue ...

Aug 01, 202048 min

The Narcissistic Personality as Split/Multiple Personality - Notes - Sam Vaknin Liverpool Seminar

The narcissist will play any role just to get his supply. That is why it can be tricky to interact with them. We're going to dive deeper into that in this episode. (00:01) Hello (01:10) Dissociative Personality Disorder vs. Personality Splits (06:05) What Dissociative Disorder Has to Do With Narcissism? (09:55) Our Concept of Addiction is Fundamentally Flawed (11:43) Narcissists Are Addicted to Narcissistic Supply (12:48) Why Does a Person With NPD Show Up as Different People at Different Times?...

Aug 01, 202038 min

What Happens With Unprocessed Emotions

Emotions are energy and they need an outlet. Where do they go when we don't have a way of directing them? (00:02) Technology and Social Media Are Created to Distract Us (03:40) The Virtual Reality is Powerful but Not Particularly Uplifting (09:35) There's a Lack of Boundaries Between Public and Private (12:45) The Issue of Fake News (15:04) How Emotional Literacy Can Help (20:18) Accept, Permit and Acknowledge Your Emotions

Jul 31, 202023 min

Psychological Barriers to Success/Creative Expression - (Getting Out of Trauma, Depression, CPTSD)

What is holding us back? Why can't we freely express our creativity? HOW to break these barriers? (00:04) Getting Started (01:12) Stating the Topic (02:37) Story About Karate Teacher as an Example of Disillusionment, Heartbrake and Trauma Conditioning (09:10) Dave Chappelle Example (12:32) Unconscious Blocks & Depression (17:28) Keeping Yourself Safe (20:32) On Parts Therapy

Jul 31, 202024 min

Robin Williams was a victim of unresolved CPTSD

Robin Williams, just like others, wasn't free of Adverse Childhood Environment. (00:00) Getting Started (02:14) Some Comedians Are Miserable (06:28) Analyzing the Facts From Robin Williams's Life Pointing to the Roots of CPTSD (11:04) Further Analysis (15:43) Summing Up

Jul 31, 202019 min

How to Stop Perfectionism, Procrastinating and Get Shit Done!

You cannot REALLY overcome procrastination. That's because it's not what they say it is. The issue might be somewhere else, because our unconscious have a greater impact on our behavior. If you ever wondered why you're perfectionistic or how to finally start getting shit done, you might find some explanations here. (00:41) The Roots of Perfectionism (03:02) The Brain is Hard-wired for Parental Validation (04:58) Attachment Styles (07:55) Procrastination as Unconscious Blocks (11:08) Procrastinat...

Jul 30, 202028 min

Say 'NO' Now! (There Wont Be Time Later)

What happens when you hesitate to demand what you want? If narcissists are so ruthless, so you should be. It's important that you set you boundaries immediately without a second-thought, and in this episode I'll show you why. (00:05) Don't Pity People (It's Not Compassion) (03:10) Saying No and Demanding What You Want (04:15) The Symbolic Violence & Threat (07:10) The Longer You Leave It the Worse It is (10:24) If You're Thinking of Saying No, Say No Early (13:00) Narcissistic Psychopaths Pu...

Jul 30, 202017 min

THE ONLINE NARCISSISM SUB CULTURE - Interview with Sam Vaknin

Narcissistic abuse victims forums are a big thing right now. Is the narcissism discussed there a good representation of what it actually is? What if they have fallen a victim to overall, cultural trend to mythologize narcissism? These are good questions worth knowing the answer to - if you're curious, listen to this interview with narcissism expert - Sam Vaknin. (00:25) Provoking People to Confront Reality & Sadism of That (06:01) Narcissism and Good vs. Evil Split as a Model for Seeing the ...

Jul 29, 202058 min

The "Oprah Reality Tunnel" (Idealised Self and ego-wanking "Beautiful Soul")

Reality is the way it is, and the "Beautiful Soul" is failing to see it. (00:05) Playing the Beautiful Soul a.k.a. Oprah Winfrey Reality Tunnel (03:13) The Problems That Idealisation Creates (06:27) Myth of "The Right Person" (08:06) You're on Your Own (09:55) The Medium is the Message & Reality Templates (12:00) In Our Culture We're Reducing Others to Resource (13:08) The Double Bind of Marriage (15:52) Summary

Jul 29, 202017 min

Why Can't I Succeed? Internal Blocks to Success Installed by Emotionally Abusive Family Unit

Is it difficult to get traction in your life? You always seem to self-sabotage right before achieving your goal? That can be emotionally and soul-wrecking problem. One can feel stuck in a loop without hope to get out of it. Maybe the solution is where we haven't searched before. I will help you to deal with the internal blocks holding you back. Let's get into it! (01:02) Corrosion of Will to Move Forward (02:17) Borderline Mother & and Pros of Feminism (08:03) Mother Entangled With Her Child...

Jul 28, 202048 min

How to Process Emotions?

Without proper access to your emotions you're kind of blind. You can't discern the situations properly, you over-react or under-react. You live your life as a roller coaster, seeking for highs and living in constant instability. You can regulate yourself by accessing the emotions. I will show you how to process them - it's a simple technique that I couldn't live without. Do it, and you will feel the results relatively quickly. >> References mentioned: "The Tao of Fully Feeling" - Pete Walk...

Jul 26, 20201 hr 3 min

Guilt in victims of narcissistic abuse?

Is it common for victims of narcissistic abuse to feel guilty? It seems irrational - why it would be the case? (00:03) Starting the Topic & The 3 Main Reasons (01:10) What is Toxic Shame? (05:46) Lacking Ego Boundaries (08:28) The Child Sees Parents as Gods

Jul 26, 202013 min

Can you get infected with NPD?

Can victims of narcissistic abuse develop narcissistic traits? (00:00) Is It Possible to Develop Narcissistic Personality Disorder by Contagion? Part 1 (03:45) Is It Possible to Develop Narcissistic Personality Disorder by Contagion? Part 2 (07:27) Spoiling a Child Can Be Just as Damaging as Abuse (08:33) Could a Singular NPD Person Cause NPD in Their Partner? (11:00) Reading Info From Sam Vaknin's Website Part 1 (15:41) Reading Info From Sam Vaknin's Website Part 2 (21:07) Victims on the Intern...

Jul 25, 202025 min

Am I Vulnerable To Abuse? (The Invisible Wounds)

How narcissists exploit their victims weaknesses? (00:57) Consider This One Thing (02:20) Invisible Wounds (03:26) Being Prone to Abusive People (04:24) Covert Narcissists Are Secret Abusers

Jul 25, 20206 min

Trauma as Initiation (plus Neuroplasticity)

We know trauma changes a person. Can it change you for the better? How it affects our neural pathways, and why neuroplasticity is important in recovery? This, and more in this episode including Q&A Session. (00:02) Getting Started (01:25) Richard Talks About Him Thinking How the Coaching Practice Can Be Advanced (05:54) The Biggest Issue is Resistance (08:32) Ancient People Understood the Nuances of Human Psychology Better Than We Do Now (09:41) Three Things That Set Down Neural Pathways (15...

Jul 24, 202047 min

How do I defend against narcissists and overcome the "wounded healer" archetype?

Do you feel like you're an outcast? A "wounded healer"/shaman? Are you fed up with being abused by narcissists? You may feel isolated and alone with your problem, maybe hopeless in the face of abuse. In this episode, you'll get my insights into how to be less vulnerable to abuse and what should an "outcast" do. (00:45) Narcissists Pick Wounded Ones So Stay in a Good State (02:12) Set Internal Boundaries (04:22) Narcissists Bait-and-switch, Reframing (06:25) Saying No & Self-assertiveness (07...

Jul 24, 202011 min

How to Stop Yourself Getting Into Shitty Relationships

Do you find yourself in the same, broken relationships over and over again? We have to understand we make our choices emotionally, not rationally. When you better UNDERSTAND your emotions, you instantly make better decisions. If that resonates with you, listen in! **Find the course mentioned at: www.spartanlifecoach.com

Jul 24, 20209 min

Narcissistic Abuse Survival Kit

Here are 8 things that will help you after narcissistic abuse. (00:51) #1 Call Abuse - Abuse (01:53) #2 Diminishing Contact (03:11) #3 Do a Sanity Check (03:59) #4 Realize You're Emotionally Disregulated (04:49) #5 Stability, Support and Sanity (06:37) #6 Socializing After Isolation (07:31) #7 There's Gonna Be Grief (09:12) #8 Rebuilding Yourself

Jul 24, 202011 min

How We Traded REAL Love for Shallow NARCISSISM (And What That is Doing to Us)

Many people feel lonely in today's world. We want to be seen, heard and felt. Yet, are we ready TO see, hear and feel? It's not necessarily your fault to have unrealistic view of relationships. We live in narcissistic, consumer society, and environment have a BIG impact on us. Having that in mind, there are ways we can get back to real, authentic, human Love. If you want something more than a 'product' from your relationships, you'll love this episode. (00:34) Reading Today's Question (05:00) Us...

Jul 23, 202030 min

How do I split up with my narcissistic ex?

Leaving the narcissist behind may be challenging. They are expert manipulators AND you're emotionally disregulated. It's good to have a game plan and a solid strategy. Here you'll learn what you need in order to split up with narcissistic partner. (00:20) Avoid Stupid Decisions & Maintain Stability (02:16) Re-assert Your Boundaries (02:46) Clever "No Contact" (05:47) Ending Sincerity (08:08) Moving Towards Sanity

Jul 23, 20209 min

Law of Attraction - My Unpopular View on It

The Law of Attraction has become a popular movement. There is a reason for that, which is not often discussed. If you want to know my take on it, here it is. (00:04) Getting Started (01:07) There's No Law and There's No Attraction (02:12) The Reason Why the Secret is Trash (06:43) We Don't Have Enough Respect for the Magic That Already Exists in Our World (07:40) The New Thought Movement (10:53) Softening the Whole Map of Reality (17:33) What Happens if You Soften the Map of Reality and Blur the...

Jul 23, 202025 min

'Lies Bind, Truth Frees' - Narcissistic Abuse Deconstructed

You can only move forward when you admit to the reality of where you are. The truth of where you are and how you got here. It's not always easy and you can postpone doing that, yes. But hopefully this will make it easier for you. ** Find the courses mentioned at: www.spartanlifecoach.com (00:52) All of Us Have a Monster Inside (03:33) Re-defining Love for Ourselves (06:14) Truth Frees, Lies Bind (09:39) You Can Truth Your Way Out of Heartbreak (11:17) The Path of Lies (13:05) How Narcissists Rec...

Jul 22, 202023 min
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