Why a Narcissist Always Returns After Discard...

Why is the shame of staying often heavier than the pain of the abuse itself? In this episode, self-aware narcissist Lee Hammock explores the deep, internalized shame that survivors carry long after the relationship ends.If you find yourself thinking, "How did I let this happen?" ...  Show more

What is the difference between a narcissistic partner and a cult leader? As it turns out, almost nothing. In this powerful episode, Lee Hammock (Self-Aware Narcissist) sits down with Peter Young, a survivor of a tiny but destructive religious cult led by a man known as "Uncle Rob ...  Show more

How can you spot a narcissist?  It's quite a surprise to think that someone close to us might actually have those traits—or maybe, in some ways, we share them ourselves. Narcissism isn't always obvious; it can hide in plain sight, making it tough to tell who's who and leading us ...  Show more

<span style="font-weight: 400;">You might not notice it, or maybe you do; you just don't want to face the reality that you are in a relationship with a narcissist.</span> <span style= "font-weight: 400;">And what's so disheartening is that they could be your family member, a f ...

Am I a narcissist? Am I dating a narcissist? Is narcissism becoming more common? How do I spot a narcissist? Can narcissists change or be treated? These are just some of the many questions which people - especially on social media - ask about narcissism. It’s a term which gets ba ...  Show more

Can you really heal a trauma bond—or is the damage permanent? 

This week’s Fan Mail features two powerful questions. The first comes from a YouTube listener who asks: “Is it really possible to break a trauma bond? Even Dr. Ramani says she still struggle ...