• Ep 19: Is Narcissism Good? The Surprising Truth About Self-Importance

  • Jan 14 2025
  • Length: 30 mins
  • Podcast

Ep 19: Is Narcissism Good? The Surprising Truth About Self-Importance

  • Summary

  • In this episode of the Personality Couch Podcast, we (licensed clinical psychologists Doc Bok and Doc Fish) delve into the complexities of narcissism, exploring its cultural labeling, the distinction between pathological and trait narcissism, and its development from infancy. We discuss the importance of understanding narcissism in contemporary society, the confusion surrounding its definition, and how it manifests in all personality pathology and personality disorders. The conversation emphasizes the need for clarity in labeling narcissistic behaviors, the balance between healthy and pathological narcissism, and the impact of parenting styles on narcissistic traits. Our discussion highlights the importance of understanding narcissism as a spectrum and the need for realistic self-reflection.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Narcissism and Misuse of the Term 03:31 What is Narcissism? 10:38 Narcissism in Childhood Development 16:13 Pathological Narcissism 24:12 The Role of Parenting in Narcissistic Development 25:22 The Complexity and Variability of Narcissism

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