Traumatic Narcissism and Cult Dynamics With Dan Shaw

In this episode of the How We Can Heal Podcast, host Lisa Danylchuk welcomes Daniel Shaw, a psychotherapist trained in psychoanalysis and trauma-informed therapies, to discuss traumatic narcissism and cult dynamics. Daniel shares his personal journey from being an actor early in life to becoming a member of what he discovered over time was a spiritual cult. Today he shares how these experiences spurred his interest in trauma, and why he coined the term "traumatizing narcissist". He elaborates on the behaviors and characteristics of traumatizing narcissists, the impact on their victims, and how these dynamics can manifest in various relationships and institutions. They also touch on the importance of recognizing these abusive patterns for effective therapy and recovery. This episode aims to validate and support victims of traumatic narcissism while providing insights for therapists.

00:52 Acknowledging Our Sponsor: ISSTD
02:13 Introducing Daniel Shaw
03:43 Daniel Shaw's Journey into Trauma Work
15:01 Understanding Traumatic Narcissism
31:43 Delusional Contagion and Narcissistic Omnipotence
34:48 Impact on Victims and Coercive Control
39:32 Yoga for Trauma Online Training Program
41:01 Abuse in the Yoga Community
44:28 Narcissism in Helping Professions
48:39 Personal Reflections on Authoritarianism
51:49 Resources for Healing from Narcissistic Abuse
56:57 Hope and Human Potential
58:48 Podcast Conclusion and Acknowledgements For more info about Dan's work

visit: https://danielshawlcsw.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by the International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation (ISSTD). The International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation is an international, non-profit, professional association organized to develop and promote comprehensive, clinically effective and empirically based resources and responses to trauma and dissociation and to address its relevance to other theoretical constructs. Visit https://cfas.isst-d.org/ to access educational offerings for both professionals and non-professionals To learn more and become a member, visit: https://www.isst-d.org/