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4 Types of Narcissists and How to Deal When You're Being Gaslit, with Dr. Elisabeth Crain

Ep. 136

Dr. Elisabeth Crain, PsyD, is a psychotherapist who has been featured in TIME, The Wall Street Journal, and Cosmopolitan. Today we are deep diving into narcissism: the four different types, the signs someone in your life has Narcissistic Personality Disorder, and tips to deal with or set boundaries with a narcissist. We also chat about love bombing and gas lighting–how to know you're experiencing it and how to get out of it. Dr. Elisabeth also shares amazing tips for navigating difficult family dynamics over the holidays and tools for healing your inner child. Consider this episode to be like free therapy.


Chit Chat: the fear-mongering in the wellness industry has gone too far

Ask The Everygirl: 11:15 "Tips for setting boundaries with my family for the holidays?"

Interview Begins: 20:26


For Detailed Show Notes visit theeverygirlpodcast.com

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