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February 8, 2024 55 mins

In this conversation, Dana Diaz discusses her personal experience with narcissistic abuse and the importance of understanding the complexities of narcissism.  Dana emphasizes the need to recognize and leave abusive relationships, regardless of the label of narcissism. She also explores the nature vs. nurture debate in narcissism and the challenges of rehabilitating narcissists. Additionally, she shares her perspective on therapy and the importance of finding the right approach for healing.  In this conversation, Dana S. Diaz discusses her experience with narcissistic abuse in her marriage. She shares how her ex-husband manipulated and controlled her, even in marriage counseling sessions. Dana talks about the difficulty in remembering everything the narcissist dictated and the lack of independence she felt. She also discusses the turning point that led her to leave the abusive relationship and the importance of finding strength and fighting for her own life.

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00:00
Introduction and Background

01:42
Understanding Narcissism

05:13
Differentiating Narcissistic Abuse

06:16
Clinical Diagnosis of Narcissism

09:13
Recognizing Narcissistic Relationships

11:46
Empowerment and Leaving Abusive Relationships

13:11
Devaluing the Term Narcissism

14:08
Nature vs. Nurture in Narcissism

16:04
Rehabilitation of Narcissists

17:41
Exploring Different Therapy Approaches

25:59
Effects of Narcissistic Abuse on Mental Health

35:06
Understanding the Fight or Flight Response

45:37
Marriage Counseling and Blame

46:32
Dictating and Control

47:28
Showing True Face

47:56
Difficulty in Remembering

48:26
Lack of Independence

49:20
Breaking Free from Submission

49:47
Different Forms of Emotional Abuse

50:00
Deal Breakers

52:11
The Turning Point

53:42
Finding Strength to Leave



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