It seems more and more we are hearing the words, "They are such a narcissist!" But what actually goes into the makings of Narcissistic Personality Disorder? Can anyone show traits of narcissism from time to time? And what are the signs of narcissism? Today on Living Freely, Rachel Ann Dine, LPC breaks down the symptoms of Narcissistic Personality Disorder, how it develops/etiology, and describes the differences between overt and covert narcissism. Rachel Ann also shares the difficulties that can arise from being raised by a narcissistic parent or being in a romantic relationship with someone who has full blown Narcissistic Personality Disorder or narcissistic traits. Be empowered to recognize the signs and have healthy, empowering, non-narcissistically abusive relationships.

Resources for individual counseling are www.psychologytoday.com, goodtherapy.org, https://openpathcollective.org/

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Mental Health Apparel ($1 from every sale goes to an organization dedicated to mental health community support!): https://dine-in-psychology.creator-spring.com

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Live-Learn-Love-Real-talk-woman-ebook/dp/B07NJBLLSB

Resources Used In Show:

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/narcissistic-personality-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20366662#:~:text=Narcissistic%20personality%20disorder%20%E2%80%94%20one%20of,lack%20of%20empathy%20for%20others

https://psychcentral.com/disorders/narcissistic-personality-disorder/narcissistic-traits#narcissism-in-relationships

Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and not designed to diagnose or treat. Rachel Ann Dine is a licensed professional counselor at time of EVENT and distribution but is in no way by engagement of interaction with you attempting to diagnose or treat you. Please consult your own medical provider for treatment or therapy (resource: www.psychologytoday.com for therapy!).

Are you an introvert, extrovert, or ambivert? Listen in to Living Freely podcast today as Rachel Ann Dine, LPC dives into the nuances of each type of energy level/personality type are plus tells you why it matters to know! No matter which type you may be, there is strength in all and we empower you to embrace who you and what your specific needs are.

Resources for individual counseling are www.psychologytoday.com, goodtherapy.org, https://openpathcollective.org/

Want to know more about what programs Norfolk Public Library is offering?

Visit their website to learn more: https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/

Say hi to Rachel Ann and receive more mental health resources!

Mental Health Apparel ($1 from every sale goes to an organization dedicated to mental health community support!): https://dine-in-psychology.creator-spring.com

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Live-Learn-Love-Real-talk-woman-ebook/dp/B07NJBLLSB

Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and not designed to diagnose or treat. Rachel Ann Dine is a licensed professional counselor at time of EVENT and distribution but is in no way by engagement of interaction with you attempting to diagnose or treat you. Please consult your own medical provider for treatment or therapy (resource: www.psychologytoday.com for therapy!).

Imposter syndrome is an extremely common phenomenon that affects almost each one of us at any given time in life. What is this phenomenon, why does insecurity happen, and most importantly, what are ways to overcome it?! Today on Living Freely Podcast, Rachel Ann Dine, LPC is breaking down what imposter syndrome is as well as providing realistic ways you can combat feelings of insecurity. 

Resources for individual counseling are www.psychologytoday.com, goodtherapy.org, https://openpathcollective.org/

Resource from today's show:

https://www.verywellmind.com/imposter-syndrome-and-social-anxiety-disorder-4156469

Want to know more about what programs Norfolk Public Library is offering?

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Say hi to Rachel Ann and receive more mental health resources!

Mental Health Apparel ($1 from every sale goes to an organization dedicated to mental health community support!): https://dine-in-psychology.creator-spring.com

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Live-Learn-Love-Real-talk-woman-ebook/dp/B07NJBLLSB

Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and not designed to diagnose or treat. Rachel Ann Dine is a licensed professional counselor at time of EVENT and distribution but is in no way by engagement of interaction with you attempting to diagnose or treat you. Please consult your own medical provider for treatment or therapy (resource: www.psychologytoday.com for therapy!).

Welcome to Season 4 of Norfolk Public Library's Podcast, Living Freely! Host, Rachel Ann Dine, LPC is happy to be back and kicking off this season with realistic tips you can implement to increase positive mental health. Listen in to hear what exactly it means to have optimal mental health, how to achieve your own sense of emotional and mental well-being, and how to increase happiness. After a very stressful few years, be encouraged to know you're not alone if you've been feel anxious or depressed and listen in today to receive down to earth feedback on achieving "good" mental health. Resources for individual counseling are www.psychologytoday.com, goodtherapy.org, https://openpathcollective.org/

Resource from today's show:

https://www.helpguide.org/articles/mental-health/building-better-mental-health.htm

Want to know more about what programs Norfolk Public Library is offering?

Visit their website to learn more: https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/

Say hi to Rachel Ann and receive more mental health resources!

Mental Health Apparel ($1 from every sale goes to an organization dedicated to mental health community support!): https://dine-in-psychology.creator-spring.com

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Live-Learn-Love-Real-talk-woman-ebook/dp/B07NJBLLSB

Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and not designed to diagnose or treat. Rachel Ann Dine is a licensed professional counselor at time of EVENT and distribution but is in no way by engagement of interaction with you attempting to diagnose or treat you. Please consult your own medical provider for treatment or therapy (resource: www.psychologytoday.com for therapy!).

What a past few years we have had. Here at Living Freely, we hope there have been some joyous moments, but also can only imagine there may have been some hardships and difficulties. Listen in to Living Freely Podcast today as Rachel Ann Dine, LPC shares encouragement for the New Year. Rachel Ann specifically wanted to end this season on an encouraging note with realistic strategies for finding meaning in your life, holding onto hope, and ways to foster resilience. Thank you so much for being a listener of Living Freely Podcast. Rachel Ann and Norfolk Public Library are so grateful for you and to be able to have this podcast! We hope you have a peaceful start to the new year and that you feel empowered to live well and be well!

Want to know more about what programs Norfolk Public Library is offering?

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Say hi to Rachel Ann and receive more mental health resources!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelanndinecounseling/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkGnsXfbZm8EkMbRRj2G1ew

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Live-Learn-Love-Real-talk-woman-ebook/dp/B07NJBLLSB

Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and not designed to diagnose or treat. Rachel Ann Dine is a licensed professional counselor at time of EVENT and distribution but is in no way by engagement of interaction with you attempting to diagnose or treat you. Please consult your own medical provider for treatment or therapy (resource: www.psychologytoday.com for therapy!).

We as humans all have basic emotional, mental, and physical needs. These needs can fall on a spectrum and manifest themselves differently, but at the end of the day, we all have these needs! Tune into Living Freely Podcast today as Rachel Ann Dine, LPC breaks down Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, 10 emotional needs we ALL have, and shares tips + a self-assessment to start the process of understanding whether or not your needs are being met in life. This is a great episode of encouragement and self assessment. With a busy and stressful past year or two, you may notice a lackluster feeling in your life. Check in with YOU today, understand these basic needs, and get a better grasp on meeting these needs with the realistic tips shared in this episode. Be empowered to know you are so worthy of having your emotional, physical, and mental needs met!

Want to know more about what programs Norfolk Public Library is offering?

Visit their website to learn more: https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/

Say hi to Rachel Ann and receive more mental health resources!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelanndinecounseling/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkGnsXfbZm8EkMbRRj2G1ew

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Live-Learn-Love-Real-talk-woman-ebook/dp/B07NJBLLSB

Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and not designed to diagnose or treat. Rachel Ann Dine is a licensed professional counselor at time of EVENT and distribution but is in no way by engagement of interaction with you attempting to diagnose or treat you. Please consult your own medical provider for treatment or therapy (resource: www.psychologytoday.com for therapy!).

Have you ever been told, "You're too sensitive!" Ever wondered why you feel overstimulated and greatly affected by noisy crowds and or easily pick up on the energy of others? You may be a Highly Sensitive Person. Listen in to Living Freely Podcast today as Rachel Ann Dine, LPC talks all about what being a highly sensitive person means, how you can embrace your sensitivity, and ways to recognize these traits within yourself. There is nothing wrong with being sensitive and in fact, there can be many advantages (which you'll hear about on the show today). Be empowered to own who you are-sensitive or not-and live authentically!

Want to know more about what programs Norfolk Public Library is offering?

Visit their website to learn more: https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/

Say hi to Rachel Ann and receive more mental health resources!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelanndinecounseling/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkGnsXfbZm8EkMbRRj2G1ew

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Live-Learn-Love-Real-talk-woman-ebook/dp/B07NJBLLSB

Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and not designed to diagnose or treat. Rachel Ann Dine is a licensed professional counselor at time of EVENT and distribution but is in no way by engagement of interaction with you attempting to diagnose or treat you. Please consult your own medical provider for treatment or therapy (resource: www.psychologytoday.com for therapy!).

Romantic relationships can take work and often are complex and multilayered. But, there are several research based strategies that can HELP a romantic relationship and increase positive interactions. Today on Living Freely, listen in as Rachel Ann Dine, LPC shares all about the Gottman Method and practical ways to strengthen your romantic relationship! This episode is a MUST listen to for all things romantic relationships and marriage. Rachel Ann shares the 7 principles for making marriage (or relationships) last, understanding bids for connection, the four horsemen of the relationship apocalypse (or the four predictors of  divorce), and understanding the 5 love languages. Be empowered to create a healthy romantic relationship and know you are SO deserving! 

RESOURCE from today:

https://www.5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/love-language

Want to know more about what programs Norfolk Public Library is offering?

Visit their website to learn more: https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/

Say hi to Rachel Ann and receive more mental health resources!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelanndinecounseling/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkGnsXfbZm8EkMbRRj2G1ew

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Live-Learn-Love-Real-talk-woman-ebook/dp/B07NJBLLSB

Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and not designed to diagnose or treat. Rachel Ann Dine is a licensed professional counselor at time of EVENT and distribution but is in no way by engagement of interaction with you attempting to diagnose or treat you. Please consult your own medical provider for treatment or therapy (resource: www.psychologytoday.com for therapy!).