The Self-Love Recovery Podcast

The Self-Love Recovery Podcast

Begin your recovery from narcissists and narcissistic abuse, codependency, gaslighting, trauma, and more with Ross Rosenberg's Self-Love Recovery Podcast! Expect to be informed, inspired & unburdened by master psychotherapist Ross Rosenberg, an international expert on narcissistic abuse, codependency & trauma recovery & best-selling author of The Human Magnet Syndrome. Millions of people have already been given hope, direction, and enlightenment through his YouTube contributions and book sales. Ross warmly and authentically draws from his own healing journey as well as 35 years in the mental health field. Ross Rosenberg is all about breaking through barriers, opening up minds, and inspiring and guiding people about what they have been misinformed about or most need to understand. Whether it is freedom over codependency, which he renamed to Self-Love Deficit Disorder, narcissistic abuse, gaslighting, or the childhood trauma that underlies them, you will find this podcast liberating, inspiring, and extraordinarily educating. So join him on his quest to warmly, authentically, and expertly explain, advise, and inspire. Prepare to change your life!

Episodes

August 6, 2025 36 mins

In this powerful reunion, Ross Rosenberg sits down once again with life coach and author Rick Belden to revisit the profound topic of the mother wound. Their last discussion on this subject reached over 400,000 views, and for good reason — it's a topic that resonates deeply with so many. This time, they go even deeper, exploring how early relational injuries with a mother — whether due to neglect, enmeshment, or emotional abse...

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In this episode, Ross Rosenberg breaks down one of the most emotionally disorienting and dangerous tactics used by narcissists: the Humanization Technique. This subtle yet deeply manipulative behavior emerges when a narcissist feels they're about to lose control — suddenly becoming vulnerable, tearful, or apologetic in ways that evoke intense sympathy from their codependent partner. But is it real… or a trap?

Ross sha...

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In this episode, Ross Rosenberg breaks down the complex and often misunderstood concept of trauma bonding — the deep emotional ties that form between codependents (or those with Self-Love Deficit Disorder™) and pathological narcissists. Drawing from his Human Magnet Syndrome framework, Ross explains how early attachment trauma shapes our adult relationship patterns, why we stay in harmful relationships, and how trauma creates a pow...

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Ross Rosenberg explains how pathological narcissism infects USA politics. 

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In this episode I explain the term cognitive dissonance, and how it can be someone's friend, especially is they are suffering from codependency or what I call self-love deficit disorder.  The basic definition: it is the uncomfortable mental feeling you get when your thoughts, beliefs, or actions don't match. Your brain doesn’t like contradictions, so it tries to resolve the tension. For example, if you believe eating heal...

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Ross Rosenberg created the metaphor of “The Surgeon General’s Warning” to prepare and protect individuals struggling with Self-Love Deficit Disorder (SLDD)—also known as codependency—for the emotional costs of their healing journey. Much like the health warnings on cigarette packaging that alert users to the dangers of smoking, Rosenberg’s metaphor serves as a cautionary message to those embarking on Self-Love Recovery: profound an...

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In this eye-opening episode, Ross Rosenberg introduces his groundbreaking Human Magnet Syndrome Workbook and unveils his powerful "Alpha Narcissist Theory."

Drawing from decades of clinical experience and deep psychological insight, Rosenberg explores the rarely discussed dynamic that occurs when two narcissists enter a relationship—a battle of control, manipulation, and dominance. He explains how, in these high-...

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ABOUT ROSS ROSENBERG
Ross Rosenberg, M.Ed., LCPC, CADC, is a psychotherapist, educator, expert witness, and celebrated author. He is also a global thought leader and clinical expert in codependency, trauma, pathological narcissism, narcissistic abuse, and addictions.

Ross's pioneering contributions to codependency have provided sweeping theoretical and practical updates and developed a treatment p...

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Ross Rosenberg and Jerry Weiss discuss codependency and its effects on identity and family dynamics. Jerry, a recovering codependent, shares how codependency impacted his self-esteem and happiness. They introduce Murray Bowen's family systems theory, highlighting how interconnected family behaviors influence individual identities and can perpetuate issues like codependency and narcissism across generations, illustrated by the ...

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In this video, Ross Rosenberg elaborates on his "Humanization Trick" concept, shifting the focus from the manipulative tactics of narcissists to the role of individuals with Self-Love Deficit Disorder (SLD) or codependency in this dynamic. He explains that codependents unconsciously engage in the "Humanization Trick" by convincing themselves that their narcissistic partners deserve sympathy, compassion, and empa...

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Ross Rosenberg addresses a question from his Self-Love Mailbag: 
1. What prevents individuals with narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) and borderline personality disorder (BPD) from understanding the emotional pain they cause to others?
2. What are the origins of the deep-seated shame experienced by people with NPD and BPD?
3. What are the reasons that individuals with these disorders often struggle to feel empathy ...

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Ross Rosenberg, author of The Human Magnet Syndrome and The Codependency Revolution, shares his wisdom and clinical experience on surviving and healing from narcissistic abuse. 

Self-Love Mailbag: leave questions for Ross to consider answering at the end of the next YouTube video. 

For more information about Brook: www.bit.ly/high-conflict-divorce

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Ross Rosenberg, a psychotherapist with 38 years of experience, discusses high-conflict divorces with Brook Olsen, a Certified Parenting Educator, Divorce Mediator, Divorce Coach, and author of The Black Hole of High Conflict. Although Ross and Brook have different backgrounds, their understanding and solutions for achieving positive results in high-conflict divorces with narcissists are similar and complementary. 

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Ross Rosenberg introduces the term "Valentine's Day Narcissist," describing it as an individual with one of three pathological narcissistic disorders—Borderline, Antisocial, or Narcissistic Personality Disorder—and their manipulative behaviors specifically exhibited on Valentine's Day. 

He explains that their primary tactic involves "love bombing," a form of gaslighting, to win over those with self-love...

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Drawing from decades of experience as a therapist and his own personal journey, Ross breaks down the complexities of depression, why it’s so important to address openly, and how understanding it can lead to healing and self-love.

Due to the widespread lack of understanding and the prevailing stigma surrounding depression, countless individuals find themselves compelled to endure their suffering in silence. Ross uses this p...

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January 16, 2025 19 mins

Drawing on his concepts of the “Human Magnet Syndrome” and the “Codependency Revolution,” Ross Rosenberg presents a straightforward yet insightful definition of love.

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Covert narcissists take full advantage of the winter holidays, especially Christmas. They get to show off while exploiting others. 

Patreon Exclusive Content: for exclusive content, insights, and services, consider subscribing to Ross Rosenberg's/Self-Love Recovery Institute's new Patreon Subscription Program: https://www.patreon.com/RossRosenbergSLRI

ABOUT ROSS ROSENBERG 
Ross Rosenberg, M.Ed., LCPC...

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Ross Rosenberg succinctly reviews his Self-Love Recovery treatment program for codependency or what he calls "self-love deficit disorder." A six-hour thorough examination of this treatment program can be purchased as an audio or video download at tiny.cc/Codependency_Cure

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In this touching episode, Ross Rosenberg delves into the essential principles of codependency recovery, which he calls "self-love recovery." With clarity, compassion, and empathy, he presents a compelling explanation for how individuals with self-love deficit disorder (codependency) can break free from their long-standing pattern of getting involved with destructive narcissists and instead embrace a life filled with abund...

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In this podcast, Ross Rosenberg delves into "emotional dysmorphia," a term he coined to describe the internalized, distorted self-perceptions often developed by those with Self-Love Deficit Disorder (SLDD), or codependency. Much like body dysmorphia, emotional dysmorphia involves pervasive feelings of inadequacy or being unlovable, which persist despite contradictory evidence and affirmations from others.

Ross ex...

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