Join us for an insightful episode where I sit down with American psychotherapist Dr. Peter Salerno to delve into the complexities of cluster B personality disorders and pathological relationship abuse, often referred to as "narcissistic abuse." Dr. Salerno shares his expertise, shedding light on the common behaviours exhibited by individuals with cluster B personality disorders, particularly in relationships. He highlights their rigid patterns and challenges in collaboration, which are typical of those with Narcissistic Personality Disorder, Antisocial Personality Disorder, and Borderline Personality Disorder. We explore the overarching similarities and differences in behaviour among people with these disorders, as well as the common therapeutic pitfalls faced by victims of such abuse.

Dr. Peter Salerno is a licenced psychotherapist who specializes in trauma and personality pathology and has authored multiple books on these subjects.
Website: www.drpetersalerno.com
Instagram: @drpetersalerno
YoutTube: @DrPeterSalerno

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In this episode, narcissistic abuse educator Richard Grannon opens up about one of his own narcissistic relationships and the extreme psychological and emotional manipulation and abuse that he experienced. He shares in detail the depth of emotional coercion, his reasons for staying and how he eventually got out. The conversation roams across multiple other topics including the romanticization of toxic, unhealthy and love bombing behaviours in film and television and how that primes us for narcissistic relationships.

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Jackie from Jfab speaks about the narcissistic relationship that lead her to educating about emotional and narcissistic abuse and coaching people in recovering from such relationships.

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In this episode, Eleni Sagredos from NoNarcsense and author of the book But They're So Nice discusses her own narcissistic relationship. She speaks in detail about the covert manipulation and abuse she experienced, coping with the trauma bond and how this catalyst of events propelled her into educating about covert narcissistic abuse, coaching those recovering from such relationships and becoming an author.

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In this episode "self aware" narcissist Leon R. J. Walker shares incredible insight, accountability and frank honesty as he reflects on his own personal journey. He speaks candidly about his childhood and the horrific abuse he endured and how that lead him to toxic and abusive behaviours as an adult. He speaks candidly about his thought processes and the ways he had been throughout his life (before therapy) and how his time in the navy actually fuelled his narcissistic traits and behaviours yet ultimately forced him into the treatment that lead to his diagnosis. This episode is a must listen for anyone hoping the gain insights into the mind of a narcissist. Trigger warning - this episode describes child sexual abuse and graphic detail of acts of war.

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In this episode, Telsha, narcissism educator and recovery coach, candidly shares her story in detail and reflects upon her own experience in narcissistic relationships. She describes how these experiences lead her to educating about and helping people all over the world to recognise and recover from narcissistic abuse and also shares important advice for anyone who is just getting out of one of these relationships. Telsha can be found at The Tea On NPD on all social media platforms.

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In this episode Jacob "The Nameless Narcissist" opens up about his journey to receiving his diagnosis and becoming self aware. He shares compelling insights into how narcissists think, feel and see social interactions, relationships and themselves. A must listen for anyone looking to further understand narcissistic personality disorder and the thought processes and inner workings of a narcissist's mind.

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In this episode, narcissistic abuse recovery specialist Danish opens up about his harrowing upbringing with two narcissistic parents and narcissistic family system. He also shares about what lead to publicly educating and speaking out about narcissistic abuse, his family and his calling to helping others on their healing journey. He also gives some important insights for anyone trying to recover

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In this episode, trauma recovery specialist and narcissism educator Roman Zanoni discusses his own journey from having a narcissistic mother, to his marriage to a narcissist and the relationship that lead to his current work as a CPTSD educator. He also shares powerful advice in dealing with narcissistic abuse and the aftermath of a narcissistically abusive relationship. Roman also works as a CPTSD educator to clinicians and has written a book called Mind on how to heal from mental and emotional trauma. You can find him under Roman Zanoni on all social media platforms.

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In this podcast episode, Adrianna reflects on her upbringing with her narcissistic mother and how that impacted her romantic relationships. She also discusses her struggles with health issues and chronic pain and talks about how that propelled her into coaching people in recovering from both chronic pain and narcissistic abuse.

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