{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/65e0afa0dd3dcf001649c9ee/66565e6afca219001205f55d?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"4.5 Narcs, Defense Mechanisms, & (non)Recovery: Intellectualizing, Rationalizing, and Reactionary Decision Making","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/65e0afa0dd3dcf001649c9ee/1716936262267-7b99ce7b73c1744ace373e900216d73b.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>We've learned that narcs don't generally recover because of their \"creative narration\" abilities. Now, let's talk about some of the ways they spin those stories. Today, we start our examination of self-defense mechanisms by looking at the purposes of Intellectualization and Rationalization. Then, we ask the question: SO HOW SMART ARE THEY? And discuss the distinct Thought Processing limitations of both Grandiose and Vulnerable Narcissists.</p><p><br></p><p>Want the full story? Find the longform episodes on these topics at <a href=\"patreon.com/traumatizedmotherfuckers\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">patreon.com/traumatizedmotherfuckers</a> or check the new subscription stream on Spotify for all recent releases in video form, right on your favorite streaming app!</p><p><br></p><p>Good to speak to you like a human again... And Cheers, Fuckers!</p>","author_name":"CPTSD, Intergenerational PTSD, Relational Trauma | TMFR LLC"}