Fix CPTSD Podcast | Psychology and Philosophy in Narcissistic Times with Richard Grannon

Cure CPTSD Minicourse Part 1 "A new model for healing CPTSD symptoms"

13 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this unit we're going to explore the reasons behind our low self-esteem, anxiety and depression problems, and take a dive into the revolutionary Co...

Cure CPTSD Minicourse Part 2 "Heal The Super Ego"

13 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Part 2 focuses more deeply onto practical solutions for dealing with the core issue behind our unpleasant state. (00:00) Talking About the End Goal (...

Cure CPTSD Minicourse Part 3 "Repattern The Inner Parent"

13 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Now, this is the bread and butter of HEALING.  You want to start thinking and feeling in new ways, right? This last, third part of the minicourse...

Authenticity - Relationship Advice for Codependents

12 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Authenticity is more and more rare in our society. Yet it is crucial if we want natural, human to human connection. Why is it so hard for codependents...

Integrating a healthy superego

12 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

At some point of our recovery, we have to integrate a healthy superego into our psyche. You want the opposite of internal criticism. You want an inner...

12 Steps to Dealing with Narcissists (Emotional Self Protection and Boundary Setting)

12 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to handling the narcissists, these 12 rules are absolute necessity. Make sure you got everything in check! (00:20) #1 Admit and Identif...

Codependent as mirror image of narcissist

11 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You can’t flip out of NPD obviously but when you have two narcissists together it seems to me they take turns to be “prey” (vulnerable) and “p...

Narcissists Don't Have an Ego

11 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Have you felt unseen and disrespected by a narcissist? The ego helps us to make distinctions and boundaries in the world. That is partly why narcissis...

BPD & the Psychotic Component - Sam Vaknin and Richard Grannon

10 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What are psychotic disorders, how do they form and how to heal them, about love, marriage, sex and more. Sam Vaknin and Richard Grannon discussion. (...

Bulimia and Mindfulness

10 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Eating disorders are often the case with the victims of emotional abuse. They can have BAD implications and you don't want to allow it to happen. How ...

Can healing and therapy cause you to lose motivation?

09 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Why I don't feel like doing the things I used to do anymore? I thought I was getting better? Listen to this episode if you want to know what is, and w...

Chat with Melany Oliver - Spiritual Things -

09 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

How do we overcome the blocks to healing, and what does healing actually mean, where does spirituality fits with psychology, narcissism in cultural co...

5 Things You Can Do To Deal With CPTSD Now!

08 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do you find yourself struggling with CPTSD? Does it feel like it's taking your life away from you? Check out these things that will help you to get be...

1 Month Off Social Media Experiment (Unexpected Results)

08 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Are you spending too much time on social media? How would it be like to take a break? What if you could REFRESH your use of social media? Experiments ...

Being Spartan - opposing the mainstream ideals of mental health (with Q&A)

07 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Let's face it - mainstream psychology get mixed results. It has a lot not-quite-effective methods and ideas. This is one of the reason for creating th...

Creating lasting change in the brain is essential to healing CPTSD

07 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is an short excerpt from a seminar about overcoming CPTSD and recovering from narcissistic abuse with a few, quick and strong ideas.

Anima/Animus Posession

06 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Anima and Animus are Jungian concepts describing an archetype in each one of us. They represent the feminine/masculine part of psyche. What happens wh...

Richard Bandler vs Eckhart Tolle (passivity vs activity)

06 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Should you let go and allow the reality, or go out there and make it change? Eckhart Tolle has become popular with his teachings on pure awareness and...

2 tips 2 heal

05 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There are two key tips I always give people who want to accelerate their healing. If you don't want to be stuck with your mental health problems, here...

A Narcissist's Love Letter

05 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is something very interesting shared by a client - a letter from narcissist. https://thoughtcatalog.com/john-w-howell/2013/05/a-narcissists-love...

Why You Are STUCK in the Narcissistic Relationship?

04 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There is something BIG holding the relationship in place. Maybe the narcissist didn't came by accident and needs your help? Some say it's a moral obli...

The Blind Maze and the Double Bind of the Narcissistically Abusive System

04 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is why victims of narcissistic abuse go crazy and lose their sense of reality. The good thing is, it's induced - and whatever's induced, is tempo...

How to Tell Histrionic Personality Disorder?

03 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What is Histrionic Personality Disorder? Is it distinct to NPD? If you were ever curious how to tell is someone has a histrionic personality disorder,...

What is the Difference Between Arrogance and Actual Narcissism? Simple Answer (3 keys)

03 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

How do you know if arrogant person is a narcissist? (00:31) Narcissistic Arrogance is Not Normal Arrogance (01:49) Is It Permanent, Pervasive and Per...

Why Do Women Get Back With Abusive Men? (Trauma Bonding)

02 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is a problem that is often not very well understood. (Even by psychologists). Unfortunately our brain works in a way that allows TRAUMA to create...

How to Stop Being a Slave ("Fake Morality" and Nietzsche)

02 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Is humility good? How is that connected to people struggling to make money? Nietzsche has some interesting insights into how we act in relationships. ...

How to repattern the inner parent, heal the superego virus

01 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Until we deal with our toxic superego, our healing process will not move further. How to repattern this inner part of ours? How to be a good, loving p...

The Narcissistic Personality as Split/Multiple Personality - Notes - Sam Vaknin Liverpool Seminar

01 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The narcissist will play any role just to get his supply. That is why it can be tricky to interact with them. We're going to dive deeper into that in ...

What Happens With Unprocessed Emotions

31 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Emotions are energy and they need an outlet. Where do they go when we don't have a way of directing them? (00:02) Technology and Social Media Are Cre...

Psychological Barriers to Success/Creative Expression - (Getting Out of Trauma, Depression, CPTSD)

31 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What is holding us back? Why can't we freely express our creativity? HOW to break these barriers? (00:04) Getting Started (01:12) Stating the Topic (...

Robin Williams was a victim of unresolved CPTSD

31 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Robin Williams, just like others, wasn't free of Adverse Childhood Environment. (00:00) Getting Started (02:14) Some Comedians Are Miserable (06:28) ...

How to Stop Perfectionism, Procrastinating and Get Shit Done!

30 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You cannot REALLY overcome procrastination. That's because it's not what they say it is. The issue might be somewhere else, because our unconscious ha...

Say 'NO' Now! (There Wont Be Time Later)

30 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when you hesitate to demand what you want? If narcissists are so ruthless, so you should be. It's important that you set you boundaries i...

Secondary and Tertiary Gaslighting

30 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You might have heard that you can be gaslighted by the narcissist, but... unfortunately it may not end there.

THE ONLINE NARCISSISM SUB CULTURE - Interview with Sam Vaknin

29 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Narcissistic abuse victims forums are a big thing right now. Is the narcissism discussed there a good representation of what it actually is? What if t...

The "Oprah Reality Tunnel" (Idealised Self and ego-wanking "Beautiful Soul")

29 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Reality is the way it is, and the "Beautiful Soul" is failing to see it. (00:05) Playing the Beautiful Soul a.k.a. Oprah Winfrey Reality Tunnel (03:1...

Why Can't I Succeed? Internal Blocks to Success Installed by Emotionally Abusive Family Unit

28 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Is it difficult to get traction in your life? You always seem to self-sabotage right before achieving your goal? That can be emotionally and soul-wrec...

Shamans, Black Sheep, Seers, Outliers, Weirdos, Outcasts, Sensitives, Psychics and Healers

27 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Where do they all come from? What do they all have in common? (00:05) How the Topic Came About (02:11) Being a Narcissist vs. Narcissistic & The ...

How to Process Emotions?

26 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Without proper access to your emotions you're kind of blind. You can't discern the situations properly, you over-react or under-react. You live your l...

Guilt in victims of narcissistic abuse?

26 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Is it common for victims of narcissistic abuse to feel guilty? It seems irrational - why it would be the case? (00:03) Starting the Topic & The 3...

Can you get infected with NPD?

25 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Can victims of narcissistic abuse develop narcissistic traits? (00:00) Is It Possible to Develop Narcissistic Personality Disorder by Contagion? Part...

Am I Vulnerable To Abuse? (The Invisible Wounds)

25 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

How narcissists exploit their victims weaknesses? (00:57) Consider This One Thing (02:20) Invisible Wounds (03:26) Being Prone to Abusive People (04:...

Trauma as Initiation (plus Neuroplasticity)

24 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We know trauma changes a person. Can it change you for the better? How it affects our neural pathways, and why neuroplasticity is important in recover...

How do I defend against narcissists and overcome the "wounded healer" archetype?

24 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do you feel like you're an outcast? A "wounded healer"/shaman? Are you fed up with being abused by narcissists? You may feel isolated and alone with y...

How to Stop Yourself Getting Into Shitty Relationships

24 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do you find yourself in the same, broken relationships over and over again? We have to understand we make our choices emotionally, not rationally. Whe...

Narcissistic Abuse Survival Kit

24 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Here are 8 things that will help you after narcissistic abuse. (00:51) #1 Call Abuse - Abuse (01:53) #2 Diminishing Contact (03:11) #3 Do a Sanity Ch...

How We Traded REAL Love for Shallow NARCISSISM (And What That is Doing to Us)

23 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Many people feel lonely in today's world. We want to be seen, heard and felt. Yet, are we ready TO see, hear and feel? It's not necessarily your fault...

How do I split up with my narcissistic ex?

23 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Leaving the narcissist behind may be challenging. They are expert manipulators AND you're emotionally disregulated. It's good to have a game plan and ...

Law of Attraction - My Unpopular View on It

23 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Law of Attraction has become a popular movement. There is a reason for that, which is not often discussed. If you want to know my take on it, here...

'Lies Bind, Truth Frees' - Narcissistic Abuse Deconstructed

22 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You can only move forward when you admit to the reality of where you are. The truth of where you are and how you got here. It's not always easy and yo...

Narcissistic partner has NO power over you if you are not flashbacking!

21 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is the ultimate protection against narcissists. Flashbacks disregulate you and make you an easy target. You knowing what you really feel is what ...

Can we work towards a total cure for Complex-PTSD? (notes)

21 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Is the total cure for CPTSD possible? Can we work toward it together, and how? Many therapists are helpless in cases of personality disorders or CPTSD...

2 Mistakes that Every Guy Makes When Approaching Girls

21 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It can apply to women too! What are the most important mistakes when approaching attractive person? You don't need to be cool and amazing to meet them...

"Just Say No!" to the ADDICTION of co-dependent and people pleasing behaviour

21 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

People pleasing is an addiction. That means you can be aware of it and stop it.

Narcissist Test - My Results for DARK CORE Personality Test Revealed (plus Moral Disengagement)

20 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Please only do the test here https://qst.darkfactor.org/ and please offer permission for the researchers to use your results - the more data from the ...

On The Borderline

20 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Borderline Personality Disorder is often misdiagnosed CPTSD, or a result of it. We're going to discuss it's main symptoms and characteristics. If you ...

Why Am I Attracted to Narcissists?

19 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What is it about them that makes them so attractive? Why are you attracted to them? There are certain psychological processes that might be at play. T...

One Weird Tip To Totally Change Your Life Now

19 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I'm going to give you one weirdly simple tip, that will help you get your life in order immediately. This is one weird old school coaching tip no matt...

How to Respond to Bullying? (And Deal With Threat of Criminal Psychopaths)

18 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

No one has a right to bully you into doing something. You are an adult who make his own choices. Find out how a bully operates and how to respond with...

Is Your Narcissist Also A Borderline? Probably...

18 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Most narcissist are comorbid with borderline - what does it mean?

I'm pro Love but I prefer to be single - why?

18 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

 

3 Tips on How to Deal With PTSD Now

18 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

PTSD can be a real drag. It's no way to live. The faster you recover, the more of your life is back. There's no time to waste, so let's jump right int...

Dysregulation of the HPA Axis - Biological Impact of Complex PTSD

18 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

CPTSD does affect our body and our neurochemistry. When we realize it's all connected it might be easier to accept how we feel. That understanding may...

Effects of Narcissistic Abuse

17 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Narcissistic abuse is often invisible, and that is a problem. Reaching for help among relatives, they can make you feel crazy when they're not the one...

How To Induce Borderline Personality Disorder?

17 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Living with a borderline personality is a hell of a ride. Can it affect you? And how? (02:22) How Relationship With Narcissist Changes You (03:53) Ho...

What I LEARNED Living With A NARCISSIST (Covert Narcissist)

16 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I was living with a narcissist comorbid with a borderline for few years and after time, successfully recovered. Here is what I learned about covert ab...

Post Breakup Over Analysis Syndrome (How to Stop It)

16 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is a straightforward explanation of how to break free from overanalyzing past relationship. I'm going to show you why does it happen and the tech...

The one place you don't want to go in your mind, is the place you must go to heal... (Q&A)

16 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Many people try EVERYTHING and still don't get better. There is really just one way to heal. That is feeling through your emotions and facing the pain...

How to Make People Feel Good?

15 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Every word we use has a meaning and great impact on other's person mood. When you know that, you will be able to make people feel good and at ease. I ...

The Final Trump of The Narcopalypse (with Q&A)

15 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On narcissism as a new social value, morality in our society, how narcissism and power go together, psychology of Donald Trump and more. (00:00) We H...

Procrastination and Lack of Motivation in CPTSD

14 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There are really only 3 reasons for lack of motivation. You may think you're just lazy or lacking self-discipline when that is almost never the case. ...

Actionable Tips for Positive Change (live Q&A)

14 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

"What we focus on grows stronger" is the main theme of this live Hangout including Q&A. Many interesting topics have been covered, revolving aroun...

Why We Can't Let Go of the Past? (A Walk Through Angkor Wat)

14 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The past can be really painful. Not being able to let it go hurts. But what if it was never the case? Maybe it's not about erasing our past? If you wa...

How to Get Back Into a Healthy Relationship After Narcissistic Abuse?

13 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Starting a new relationship after emotional abuse can be really hard. Here are the most important points you need to know if you want that relationshi...

Do these 3 THINGS every morning to accelerate your healing NOW

13 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is one of the most powerful and yet most underestimated techniques. People tend to think something is too simple to work. But then are astonished...

The One Belief Change You Need To Blast Through ALL Procrastination

12 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is a quick one. Do you find yourself slacking off? You procrastinate and the longer you do it the worse it gets? Listen on how to get back on tra...

How to say “NO” to a Narcissist

12 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

How do you know if the relationship is abusive? Say the magic word "no" and watch the reaction. You have been conditioned to not be able to say no. Bu...

Cycle of Narcissism - Black Sheep Become Empaths Who Attract Narcs (and so on...)

12 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Can narcissism cycle and breed over generations? What are the parental errors and how you can avoid them? (00:21) Brutal Reality of Family Unit (02:3...

How Physical Appearance Affects Self Assertiveness

11 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do you care about your appearance? Are you worried how others see you? You may think that you have to be beautiful, and if you don't, you'll have a ha...

How to get yourself in order

11 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Lot of people just passively drag through life nowadays. Our culture fosters toxic passivity and that is a problem. If you are here, you probably want...

FOCUS on what you DO want (NLP Applied Psychology Tips)

10 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do you feel stuck? You experience negativity over and over again? Solution is simple, yet often overlooked. You can direct your attention and I'll tel...

Does Emotions Hinder or Help Us?

10 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This reframe can change your life and how you achieve your goals. Emotions can often annoy us and hinder our progress. Does it always have to be like ...

Is my ex girlfriend a narcissist or a borderline? How do I get rid of her?

10 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered how to "get rid of" your ex? Often times they stick around and try their tactics to get to us. You can also be unsure what to expect fro...

Narcissism in Hindu Perspective (Materialism leading to NPD)

10 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We live in an age of human devolution (according to Hinduism). It makes sense when you look around. What good can the world obsessed with materialism ...

Borderline and CPTSD? CPTSD or Borderline?

09 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is straight up explanation of commonalities and differences between CPTSD and Borderline Personality Disorder. We're going to discuss the nature ...

IS NARCISSISM A SURVIVAL STRATEGY FOR THE 21st CENTURY - The Sam Vaknin Interview

09 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is an interview with Sam Vaknin about narcissism in modern day culture and how it fits in its socio-economic systems. (00:01) To Survive In Toda...

How Can Culture Give Us CPTSD?

09 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered if you've been covertly abused by someone else than your parents or partner? In this episode we're looking at how culture and society ca...

The Truth About Drug Use

08 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Are drugs good or bad? Whether they're pharmaceutical or illegal, socially approved or taboo,  everybody uses some type of drug. (02:02) Richard...

It's NOT a "Biological Disease" (Cracking Depression)

08 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Have you been feeling depressed? Did you wonder what is the reason for depression? There is a narrative about depression in the mainstream.  Let'...

Don't Run From Pain

08 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is some hard truths you need to hear. Yet we cannot heal without facing the reality. It's not easy, but hopefully this will make you braver.&nbsp...

Emotional Literacy Can Heal CPTSD?

07 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is something that 10X your recovery speed. Everybody's tells us about the importance of processing our emotions, but rarely tells us how. We get ...

How to Manage Contact With a Narcissist

07 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes we have to stay in contact with a narcissist for whatever reason. This can be upsetting and difficult situation. We might feel re-triggered ...

How PTSD Affects the Brain? (Biology Behind CPTSD/PTSD)

06 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Can self-compassion physically change your brain? Exploring PTSD cures  - calm the monkey, still the lizard and free the human. (01:34) Biologic...

Counter Dependency and Love-Phobia

06 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Borderline Personality Disorder, Codependency, Counter Dependency, Narcissism (0:00) Codependency And Counter Dependency (4:33) Cluster B Personality...

Is THIS Love Bombing (or are they just genuinely interested in you) 5 Tips to Tell

06 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

How do you know if its "love bombing" or not? Really this question comes down to an issue of boundaries and of perception. ***timestamps below*** It ...

How to Use Meditation for CPTSD?

05 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Meditation is used to strengthen your mind, awareness and quality of thoughts - attributes which are crucial to healing. Although for many CPTSD cases...

Conquer toxic passivity - develop a philosophy of competition!

05 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

An excerpt from a seminar touching on: having a right to be, growing up and letting go, taking ownership and responsibility, facing competition...

CPTSD? 5 Things You Can Do To Feel Better Now

04 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Your body is a biological machine that have needs and need maintenance. Do these things to make sure you will start to feel better. (State management,...

How to Self Discipline? (For People Pleasers/Learned Helplessness)

04 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What self-discipline really is and how to become more self-disciplined? How relevant it is in healing and overcoming narcissistic abuse and CPTSD? Si...

How to Emotionally Re Regulate Someone?

04 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

(00:10) Your State Transmits (01:02) Regulation and Zen Buddhism (02:52) Meditation for Self-awareness (04:58) State Management, Objective of Communic...