The text is a rant about the state of the world, discussing various societal issues and expressing dissatisfaction with the current state of affairs. It covers topics such as internet stickiness, narcissistic behavior, societal norms, censorship, and the decline of
Professor Sam Vaknin discusses the narcissist’s interpretation of love, which is rooted in sadistic and masochistic impulses. He also clarifies the difference between mood disorders and cognitive distortions, and the role of the shared fantasy in the narcissist’s relationships. The
Professor Sam Vaknin discusses depression as a cognitive distortion, not a mood disorder. He argues that depression is a filter through which reality is misperceived, and it can have positive adaptations in certain contexts. He also delves into the different
Professor Sam Vaknin discusses the topics of suicide and socialization in the context of mental health. He argues against recommending suicide as an option for mentally ill patients and challenges the notion that socializing is universally linked to happiness. Vaknin
Professor Sam Vaknin discusses the concepts of empathy and gaslighting, criticizing the use of the term “empath” as a self-aggrandizing label with no clinical significance. He asserts that everyone has empathy, including narcissists and psychopaths, who possess a form of
The text discusses how to think like a narcissist and the reasons for wanting to do so. It delves into the dissonant thinking of narcissists and how they resolve contradictions in their thoughts and emotions. The text also explores the
Professor Sam Vaknin discusses his personal journey from prison to becoming an expert on narcissism and narcissistic abuse. He emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, self-acceptance, and self-forgiveness as tools for recovery. He also addresses the challenges of co-parenting with a
The text discusses the narcissist’s relationship with others as toys and the concept of transitional objects in psychology. It explains how the narcissist’s inability to separate from the mother leads to a lack of attachment and the use of intimate
In this lecture, Professor Sam Vaknin discusses the importance of self-love and the steps to develop a core identity. He emphasizes the significance of relationships and distinguishes between micro-relationships, real relationships, and pseudo-relationships. Vaknin highlights the need to maintain individuality
Narcissists view others as external objects, separate and threatening due to their autonomy and agency. The narcissist dissociates from the external object and interacts with an internal representation of it. When the external object asserts independence, the narcissist feels threatened