Narcissist=Insane? You, Envy, Withdrawal, Loner Narcissist
Professor Sam Vaknin discusses the concept of the “lone wolf narcissist” and its connection to schizoid personality disorder. He delves into the psychological and societal factors contributing to this phenomenon, emphasizing the impact of modern life on individualism and social interactions. Vaknin also explores the relationship between narcissism and schizoid tendencies, shedding light on the complexities of these personality disorders.
How Narcissist Defeminizes You: Answering Your Questions
Sam Vaknin responds to questions from his audience, addressing topics such as narcissistic withdrawal, hoovering after modification, his decision not to have children, and his relationships with women. He explains his refusal to grow up and his acceptance of asymmetry in his relationships. Vaknin also discusses his views on mental illness and the challenges he faces in finding suitable partners.
Søren Kierkegaard on Self, Love, and Self-love (Text in Description)
Kierkegaard believed that Jesus commanded us to love ourselves in order to love our neighbors, but Protestants believe that self-love is narcissism and a barrier to loving others. Kierkegaard believed that proper self-love makes us whole and complete persons, and that relationships constitute the self. He denied the possibility of an individual and said that to have a self is to immerse oneself in the totality of the human experience with all other people.
Narcissist’s Two Rejections Giving, Love, And Abuse
Professor Sam Vaknin delves into the relationship cycle with a narcissist, explaining the narcissist’s perception of love, abuse, and rejection. He discusses the narcissist’s internal struggle and the impact of repeated mortifications on the false self. Vaknin also explores the concept of self-love and its connection to loving others, drawing from the works of philosopher Soren Kierkegaard.
Narcopath Leaders Took Over the World (4th International conference on Addiction Research & Therapy)
Professor Sam Vaknin discusses the rise of narcissistic and psychopathic leaders, who embody the pathologies of their societies and cultures. These leaders foster a personality cult and often justify their actions through a sense of entitlement and grandiose fantasies. As their regimes come to an end, they often lash out at their own people, leading to a massive complex post-traumatic stress disorder. Vaknin argues that many nations have chosen prosperity over democracy, leading to authoritarian regimes that provide stability and security in exchange for citizens giving up certain freedoms.
Shame and Mortification in Times of Pandemic (Intl. Webinar on Psychiatry, Alzheimer’s and Dementia)
Professor Sam Vaknin discusses the topic of narcissistic mortification and its relationship to shame, particularly in the context of the current pandemic. He explains the psychological impact of the pandemic, the development of shame and narcissistic reactions, and the need for humility and social connection to address the impending mental health crisis. Vaknin emphasizes the importance of understanding and addressing the psychological effects of the pandemic on individuals and society as a whole.
Narcissist Entrains Codependent, Borderline Brainwash, Regulate, Repeat
Narcissists do not have a special gaze or eyebrows, despite myths and pseudoscience. However, victims’ claims of feeling brainwashed by narcissists and experiencing depersonalization and derealization are likely true. Narcissists use techniques such as intermittent reinforcement, trauma bonding, and verbal abuse to induce a dissociative hypnotic trance in their victims, a process called entraining. Entraining involves modifying brainwaves to a desired frequency, and the narcissist’s speech can change the rhythms of the victim’s brain. This can cause feelings of amnesia, depersonalization, and derealization, leading to massive dissociation in the victim.
Somatic Narcissist’s Shared Fantasy
Professor Sam Vaknin acknowledges mispronouncing words in his videos and discusses the shared fantasy of the somatic narcissist, as well as how narcissists brainwash codependents through a process known as entraining. He explains that the shared fantasy involves co-idealization and the need for idealization in both narcissistic and codependent partners. Additionally, he delves into the differences between the shared fantasies of somatic and cerebral narcissists, emphasizing the somatic’s focus on body admiration, playmate functions, and the mother role. He also describes the somatic’s testing and bargaining phases, including the use of group sex and threesomes to degrade and discard the partner.
Narcissist Codependent Resonance, Common Roots (plus Gender Wars)
Professor Sam Vaknin discusses the concept of entraining, where a narcissist induces a hypnotic state in their victim. He also explores the impact of entraining on children and vulnerable individuals. Additionally, he delves into the dynamics of codependency, narcissism, and borderline personality disorder, drawing from historical literature to illustrate these concepts. Finally, he criticizes the grandiosity of neuroscientists and geneticists and emphasizes the importance of social connectedness and individuality.
Cerebral Narcissist In Shared Fantasy Narcissistic Abuse And Mortification
Professor Sam Vaknin discusses the potential mental health impacts of the pandemic, including waves of mood and anxiety disorders, personality disorders, and psychotic disorders. He also explores the concept of the narcissist smear campaign and the limitations of the narcissist in fulfilling multiple roles. Additionally, he discusses the phases of narcissistic abuse in a shared fantasy, which involves grooming, love bombing, and testing the partner’s boundaries. Vaknin also provides etymological insights into the words “curfew” and “quarantine.”