When the Narcissist Cries Wolf
“When the Narcissist Cries Wolf” Introduction and Announcements The meeting began with a reference to the folktale “The Boy Who Cried Wolf,” relating it to
19.09.2025
“When the Narcissist Cries Wolf” Introduction and Announcements The meeting began with a reference to the folktale “The Boy Who Cried Wolf,” relating it to
In this in-depth discussion, Sam Vaknin and Lydia Rangalowska explored the complexities of narcissistic personality disorder, including its origins, emotional dynamics, and impact on relationships, emphasizing the internalized nature of narcissistic perceptions and behaviors. They highlighted the challenges faced by partners of narcissists, the interplay between different personality disorders, and the psychological mechanisms narcissists use to manipulate and sustain their distorted self-concept. The conversation also addressed misconceptions about empathy, the fluidity of personality disorders, and the difficulties in individuation for those enmeshed with narcissistic parents.
The speaker deeply explores the complexities of living with narcissistic personality disorder, describing it as a painful and isolating existence marked by a false self that masks an absent true self. He emphasizes the challenges of achieving genuine self-awareness or healing, noting that narcissism is an entrenched personality structure resistant to change despite intellectual understanding. The talk also highlights the emotional detachment, internal battles, and recurring cycles of despair and grandiosity that define the narcissist’s inner experience.