It finally hit. After years of wondering what was wrong, who was crazy, and how this could have happened, the reality of abusive behavior hits like a ton of bricks. The insight is simultaneously overwhelming, shocking, frustrating, disgusting, and demeaning. But there it is the answer that was longed for but may never have been fully considered until this moment. Then everything became clear.
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7 Steps to Emerging from the Abuse Fog

Understanding Today&#39;s Narcissist is a podcast dedicated to separating fact from fiction when it comes to dealing with a narcissist in your life. Your host is Christine Hammond, MS, LMHC, a licensed psychotherapist, speaker and author. For more information, visit www.growwithchristine.com Looking for help with dealing with the narcissist in your life? Visit https://growwithchristine.com to sign up for online support!

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Christine Hammond interviews Dr. Crystal Hollenbeck, a licensed mental health counselor, about sexual addiction and narcissistic traits. They discuss the signs of sex addiction, how narcissistic traits show up in denial, and the difference between being an actual narcissist and somebody who's an addict with narcissistic traits. They also talk about what it's like to be in a relationship with somebody who might have a sex addiction with narcissistic traits. Dr. Hollenbeck emphasizes that not every addict is a narcissist, but some narcissists can become addicts due to their belief that they are invincible.

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Dr. Crystal Hollenbeck - The Truth About Narcissistic Traits and Denial in Sex Addiction

Dr. Crystal Hollenbeck, a guest expert, explains what sexual narcissism is and how it differs from regular narcissism. She also discusses the behaviors of sexual narcissists in relationships, such as lack of empathy, pushing for sexual encounters, and gaslighting. The episode emphasizes the importance of mutual consent, emotional connection, and respect for boundaries in healthy sexuality. It is part one of a two-part series on sexual narcissism.

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Dr. Crystal Hollenbeck - Sexual Narcissism: How to Identify and Protect Yourself

Part 3 of an interview with Dr. Nadine Macaluso, LMFT    
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Restoring Resilience
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Part 3 of an interview with Dr. Nadine Macaluso, LMFT

Part 2 of an interview with Dr. Nadine Macaluso, LMFT    
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Restoring Resilience
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Part 2 of an interview with Dr. Nadine Macaluso, LMFT

Part 1 of an interview with Dr. Nadine Macaluso, LMFT
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Restoring Resilience
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7 Steps to Emerging from the Abuse Fog

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