The speaker explains the concept of “soft abandonment,” subtle behaviors that create abandonment anxiety—such as emotional withdrawal, constant criticism, indifference, neglect, and frequent absences—even while partners remain physically together. Soft
In this video, Sam Vaknin explores the concept of sex as a competitive and autoerotic act in the world of narcissists, emphasizing that narcissistic sex is driven by performance anxiety,
The discussion explored the complex psychological dynamics of narcissists seeking idealized maternal figures, particularly focusing on male heterosexual narcissists’ quest for a flawless, devoted partner to sustain their grandiose fantasies.
The discussion focused on assortative mating, where individuals tend to select partners with similar mental health predispositions, leading to couples sharing comparable psychiatric conditions. It was highlighted that while genetics
