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"Don't You Know Who I Am?"

Author : Ramani S. Durvasula Ph.D
Publisher : Post Hill Press
ISBN 13 : 168261753X
Total Pages : 398 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (826 download)

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Download or read book "Don't You Know Who I Am?" written by Ramani S. Durvasula Ph.D and published by Post Hill Press. This book was released on 2019-10-01 with total page 398 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Don’t You Know Who I Am?” has become the mantra of the famous and infamous, the entitled and the insecure. It’s the tagline of the modern narcissist. Health and wellness campaigns preach avoidance of unhealthy foods, sedentary lifestyles, tobacco, drugs, and alcohol, but rarely preach avoidance of unhealthy, difficult or toxic people. Yet the health benefits of removing toxic people from your life may have far greater benefits to both physical and psychological health. We need to learn to be better gatekeepers for our minds, bodies, and souls. Narcissism, entitlement, and incivility have become the new world order, and we are all in trouble. They are not only normalized but also increasingly incentivized. They are manifestations of pathological insecurity—insecurities that are experienced at both the individual and societal level. The paradox is that we value these patterns. We venerate them through social media, mainstream media, and consumerism, and they are endemic in political, corporate, academic, and media leaders. There are few lives untouched by narcissists. These relationships infect those who are in them with self-doubt, despair, confusion, anxiety, depression, and the chronic feeling of being “not enough,” all of which make it so difficult to step away and set boundaries. The illusion of hope and the fantasy of redemption can result in years of second chances, and despondency when change never comes. It’s time for a wake-up call. It’s time to stem the tide of narcissism, entitlement, and antagonism, and take our lives back.

What Narcissists NEVER Tell You

Author : Elena Miro
Publisher : Elena Miro
ISBN 13 : 9781087928739
Total Pages : 236 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (287 download)

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Download or read book What Narcissists NEVER Tell You written by Elena Miro and published by Elena Miro. This book was released on 2021-07-28 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you trying to make it work with the narcissist, psychopath, or other toxic person in your life? 99% of the books written about narcissism will advise you to leave, and that's what I did-but what if you can't leave? If you have someone like that in your life, you might have received the advice to let them go. But, what if you can't? What if you still love them and want to find a way to make it work, despite how they try to manipulate you? If that's your situation, then you need to know how to manage your toxic relationship so you can live a happy life. Whatever the reason you have for staying in a narcissistic relationship, this book will help you understand how to manage your interactions with that toxic person for the best outcome. It will present strategies for how you can make a relationship with a narcissist or other toxic person work. I married a narcissist, and I made the decision to leave him behind, but that was the best choice for me. I know exactly how abusive a narcissist's behavior can become. My experience with a toxic spouse is what prompted me to get a degree in psychology and write several books about my experience with narcissism and recovering from narcissistic abuse. I soon realized, however, that many people can't leave their toxic spouses or get away from their narcissistic boss. Maybe your narcissist is one of your children, and you simply don't want to break off all contact with them. In that case, you'll need to know how to protect yourself from their gaslighting, narcissistic rage, and other forms of emotional abuse. You have to learn to live with them without developing narcissistic victim syndrome. Specifically, you'll learn about the following topics: How to accept that they will never change while understanding that their behavior is not your fau“/li> How to use humor to redirect their bad behavior and narcissistic rage; How to mirror them so they will feel recognized and understood; How to set strong boundaries to stop their manipulations; How to avoid being codependent, learn to live your life, and fulfill your dreams, in spite of their mental condition. This book is designed to help people who don't want to or cannot leave the narcissist in their life. It is possible to create a happy life even with a narcissist in it, and this book can show you what you need to know to protect yourself so you can make that happen. The book will give you proven techniques to keep you from being manipulated by the narcissist you love. It will also help you foster better communication with this toxic person. You'll learn how to take care of yourself so you won't be a victim of narcissistic abuse and improve your communication with the toxic person you love, so you can have a positive and productive relationship with them. You can make it work with a narcissist! Start reading today to find out how to survive and thrive in your relationship with a narcissist!

Should I Stay or Should I Go?

Author : Ramani Durvasula, Ph.D.
Publisher : Post Hill Press
ISBN 13 : 1618688774
Total Pages : 271 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (186 download)

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Book Synopsis Should I Stay or Should I Go? by : Ramani Durvasula, Ph.D.

Download or read book Should I Stay or Should I Go? written by Ramani Durvasula, Ph.D. and published by Post Hill Press. This book was released on 2015-11-24 with total page 271 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Narcissism is a modern epidemic, and it’s spreading rapidly. But how do you know if you are in a relationship with one—and, what can you do about it? We live in a world of romance and rescue, where many believe love will conquer all, and that the more we endure unacceptable behavior, the more likely that we can “fix” our relationships. It doesn’t always work that way—despite what the fairy tales tell us. There are a few hard facts about pathological narcissism that most people don’t know and most psychologists will never tell you. Should I Stay or Should I Go? uses checklists, clinical wisdom, and real stories from real people to prepare you for the real terrain of pathological narcissism. It raises the red flags to watch for and provides a realistic roadmap for difficult situations to help you reclaim yourself, find healing, and live an authentic and empowered life. Whether you stay. Or go.

Why Is It Always About You?

Author : Sandy Hotchkiss
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1439106533
Total Pages : 219 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (391 download)

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Download or read book Why Is It Always About You? written by Sandy Hotchkiss and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2008-06-20 with total page 219 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this groundbreaking book -- the first popular book on narcissism in more than a decade -- clinical social worker and psychotherapist Sandy Hotchkiss shows you how to cope with controlling, egotistical people who are incapable of the fundamental give-and-take that sustains healthy relationships. Exploring how individuals come to have this shortcoming, why you get drawn into their perilous orbit, and what you can do to break free, Hotchkiss describes the "Seven Deadly Sins of Narcissism" and their origins. You will learn to recognize these hallmarks of unhealthy narcissism -- Shamelessness, Magical Thinking, Arrogance, Envy, Entitlement, Exploitation, Bad Boundaries -- and to understand the roles that parenting and culture play in their creation. Whether the narcissist in question is a coworker, spouse, parent, or child, Why Is It Always About You? provides abundant practical advice for anyone struggling to break narcissism's insidious spread to the next generation, and for anyone who encounters narcissists in everyday life.

The Narcissist You Know

Author : Joseph Burgo
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1476785694
Total Pages : 272 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (767 download)

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Download or read book The Narcissist You Know written by Joseph Burgo and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2016-09-27 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Burgo has developed a ... guidebook to help you 'spot narcissists out there in the wild' (Glamour) and then understand and manage the narcissistic personalities in your own life. Relying on detailed profiles, vignettes from the authors practice, and celebrity biographies, [this book] offers ... tools and solutions you can use to defuse hostile situations and survive assaults on your self-esteem should you ever find yourself in an extreme narcissist's orbit"--Amazon.com.

Will I Ever Be Free of You?

Author : Karyl McBride
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1476755728
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (767 download)

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Download or read book Will I Ever Be Free of You? written by Karyl McBride and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2016-03-15 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A practical guide to separating and divorcing from a narcissist, healing yourself, and protecting your children"--

Will I Ever be Good Enough?

Author : Karyl McBride
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1416551328
Total Pages : 275 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (165 download)

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Book Synopsis Will I Ever be Good Enough? by : Karyl McBride

Download or read book Will I Ever be Good Enough? written by Karyl McBride and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2008 with total page 275 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A resource for daughters of mothers with narcissistic personality disorder explains how to manage feelings of inadequacy and abandonment in the face of inappropriate maternal expectations and conditional love, in a step-by-step guide that shares recommendations for creating a personalized program for self-protection and recovery. 50,000 first printing.

A Therapist's Guide to the Personality Disorders

Author : James F. Masterson
Publisher : Zeig Tucker & Theisen Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9781932462098
Total Pages : 204 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (62 download)

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Book Synopsis A Therapist's Guide to the Personality Disorders by : James F. Masterson

Download or read book A Therapist's Guide to the Personality Disorders written by James F. Masterson and published by Zeig Tucker & Theisen Publishers. This book was released on 2004 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contributors from the Masterson Institute introduce the fundamental concepts, theories, and treatment approaches of James F. Masterson, synthesizing the material of his 14 books and many articles. The second part is a workbook in the form of a questionnaire to enable practitioners to apply the skill

Disarming the Narcissist

Author : Wendy T. Behary
Publisher : New Harbinger Publications
ISBN 13 : 1608827623
Total Pages : 229 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (88 download)

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Download or read book Disarming the Narcissist written by Wendy T. Behary and published by New Harbinger Publications. This book was released on 2013-07-01 with total page 229 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you know someone who is overly arrogant, shows an extreme lack of empathy, or exhibits an inflated sense of entitlement? Do they exploit others, or engage in magical thinking? These are all traits of narcissistic personality disorder, and when it comes to dealing with narcissists, it can be difficult to get your point across. So how do you handle the narcissistic people in your life? You might interact with them in social or professional settings, and you might even love one—so ignoring them isn’t really a practical solution. They're frustrating, and maybe even intimidating, but ultimately, you need to find a way of communicating effectively with them. Disarming the Narcissist, Second Edition, will show you how to move past the narcissist's defenses using compassionate, empathetic communication. You'll learn how narcissists view the world, how to navigate their coping styles, and why, oftentimes, it's sad and lonely being a narcissist. By learning to anticipate and avoid certain hot-button issues, you'll be able to relate to narcissists without triggering aggression. By validating some common narcissistic concerns, you'll also find out how to be heard in conversation with a narcissist. This book will help you learn to meet your own needs while side-stepping unproductive power struggles and senseless arguments with someone who is at the center of his or her own universe. This new edition also includes new chapters on dealing with narcissistic women, aggressive and abusive narcissists, strategies for safety, and the link between narcissism and sex addiction. Finally, you'll learn how to set limits with your narcissist and when it's time to draw the line on unacceptable behavior.

Surrounded by Narcissists

Author : Thomas Erikson
Publisher : St. Martin's Essentials
ISBN 13 : 1250789575
Total Pages : 187 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (57 download)

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Download or read book Surrounded by Narcissists written by Thomas Erikson and published by St. Martin's Essentials. This book was released on 2022-06-21 with total page 187 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Part of the bestselling Surrounded by Idiots series! Internationally bestselling author Thomas Erikson shares the secrets of dealing with everyday narcissists. Are the narcissists in your life making you miserable? Are you worn out by their constant demands for attention, their absolute conviction they are right (even when they’re clearly not), their determination to do whatever they want (regardless of the impact), and their baffling need to control everyone and everything around them? In this thought-provoking, sanity-saving book, Thomas Erikson helps you understand what makes narcissists tick and, crucially, how to handle them without wearing yourself out in the process. With the help of the simple, four-color behavioral model made famous in Surrounded by Idiots, Erikson provides all the tools you need to manage not just the narcissists around you but everyday narcissistic behaviors as well–something that is becoming more widespread in the age of social media. Engaging and practical, Surrounded by Narcissists will help you free yourself from the thrall of others' toxic agendas so you can pursue a happier, more fulfilling and successful life.

My Toxic Husband

Author : Elena Miro
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 148 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (677 download)

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Download or read book My Toxic Husband written by Elena Miro and published by . This book was released on 2020-10-19 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you feeling unhappy and confused in your relationship, and you don't know what's wrong? Do your partner's moods swing wildly from smothering you with love to hurling insults? Does your partner make you feel like you're crazy? If you answered yes to any of these questions, it's possible your partner is a narcissist. In this day and age, they're everywhere, even the highest levels of the government! So, how can you tell if your partner is one too? This book will help you understand mental abuse techniques that are traits of narcissistic personality disorder. It will describe what a narcissistic person is like, the signs of mental abuse, and much more. In this book, you will discover the following about toxic relationships: How the charming narcissist can fool you into believing you've found your ideal partner; The warning signs of an emotionally abusive man; The typical way that narcissistic personality disorder manifests; How to plan breaking up with a narcissistic partner; What to do if you're divorcing a toxic husband. I know all about loving a narcissistic man because I went through it. This book tells the story of my relationship with my narcissistic husband. Just like you, I was fooled at first and thought I had found my perfect man. But soon, the mask fell away, and in its place was the face of my emotional abuser. I know how difficult it is to come to terms with being in a toxic relationship. I understand will show you, through my story, how to get out. You don't have to suffer in silence or shame anymore. This book will show you how you can be manipulated by your mental abuser into thinking you are crazy. But you're not, and I can help you to see the truth. I will also show you how I escaped from my toxic relationship. You don't have to suffer as an emotionally abused woman anymore. There is a way out and my story can help you find your escape. Don't spend another moment suffering from narcissistic abuse. Let me help you find a way out of the nightmare and into a new, narcissist-free life today!

Psychopath Free (Expanded Edition)

Author : Jackson MacKenzie
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 0425279995
Total Pages : 305 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (252 download)

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Download or read book Psychopath Free (Expanded Edition) written by Jackson MacKenzie and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2015-09-01 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the author of Whole Again comes a significantly expanded edition of Psychopath Free—containing new chapters, updated content, and real survivor experiences—that will help you recover from emotionally abusive relationships with narcissists, sociopaths, and other toxic people. Have you ever been in a relationship with a psychopath? Chances are, even if you did, you would never know it. Psychopaths are cunning charmers and master manipulators, to the point where you start to accept the most extreme behaviors as normal...Even if it hurts you. All around us, every single day, human beings devoid of empathy are wreaking havoc and destroying lives in the coldest, most heartless ways imaginable. In constant pursuit of money, sex, influence, or simple entertainment, psychopaths will do whatever it takes to gain power over others. They hide behind a veil of normalcy, arranging their friends and partners like pawns in a game of chess. Using false praise and flattery to get what they want, they can lure any unsuspecting target into a relationship. Once hooked, their charming promises spin into mind games and psychological torture. Victims are left devastated and confused, unable to recognize—or even put into words—the nightmare that just took place. Written from the heart, Psychopath Free is the first guide for survivors written by a survivor, offering hope for healing and thriving after psychopathic abuse. Say goodbye to the chaos, self-doubt, and victimization. You are free.

Fatal Flaws

Author : Stuart C. Yudofsky
Publisher : American Psychiatric Pub
ISBN 13 : 1585626589
Total Pages : 514 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (856 download)

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Download or read book Fatal Flaws written by Stuart C. Yudofsky and published by American Psychiatric Pub. This book was released on 2007-04-02 with total page 514 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Featuring case vignettes from nearly 30 years of Dr. Yudofsky's clinical practice and incorporating the knowledge of gifted clinicians, educators, and research scientists with whom he has collaborated throughout that time, Fatal Flaws: Navigating Destructive Relationships With People With Disorders of Personality and Character uniquely captures the rapidly increasing body of clinical and research information about people with severe and persistent personality and character disorders. Within these pages, the author brings to life the psychopathologies of personality and character disorders through vivid vignettes based on composites of his many patients and their most important relationships -- while meticulously changing the identifying facts and relevant details to protect confidentiality. Covering the clinical course, treatment, genetics, biology, psychology, and destructive consequences of hysterical (histrionic), narcissistic, antisocial, paranoid, obsessive-compulsive, addictive, borderline, and schizotypal personality disorders, Fatal Flaws stands out in the literature for these powerful reasons: It is written for an unusually broad audience, from mental health students and trainees of all disciplines, to highly experienced clinicians, to patients who suffer from or are in destructive relationships with people with personality disorders. It is a hybrid -- part psychiatric textbook for clinicians and part self-help manual for patients and clients with personality and character disorders. It is designed to supplement treatment by providing patients with practical, evidence-based information about personality disorders and character flaws. It is particularly valuable to patients who are in psychotherapy, in part, because they are entangled in destructive relationships with people with disorders of personality and/or character. It is written in the first person, with the author directly communicating with a patient who either has a personality or character disorder or is in an important relationship with a person who has such a disorder. It is useful for people who are uncertain whether they or their loved ones have personality or character disorders, and who want to know more about these conditions and their treatments before making a decision about securing the help of a mental health professional. Fatal Flaws: Navigating Destructive Relationships With People With Disorders of Personality and Character is a compelling volume that provides the essential information and a realistic sense of the clinical experience required to inform, orient, and support novice mental health professionals and seasoned practitioners alike as they face the ongoing challenges of treating patients or clients with personality or character disorders. It should also prove to be an invaluable resource for those who wish practical and effective help in understanding and changing their destructive relationships with people who have severe and persistent disorders of personality and/or character.

How to Handle a Narcissist

Author : Theresa Jackson
Publisher : Narcissism Books
ISBN 13 : 9781521339978
Total Pages : 174 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (399 download)

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Download or read book How to Handle a Narcissist written by Theresa Jackson and published by Narcissism Books. This book was released on 2017-05-23 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: #1 Amazon Bestselling Author on Narcissism and Grief for a Parent #"How to Handle a Narcissist" is an informed guide founded in emotional intelligence, that will help you understand, handle and deal with extreme narcissists. Most of us show some degree of self-enhancing tendencies, but emotional abuse, emotional blackmail and manipulation do not form part of most people's narcissistic reactions. Taking a spectral approach to narcissism, "How to Handle a Narcissist" combines the latest research with real-life stories and practical advice. This guide will empower and enable you to stop emotional abuse, providing you with enough objectivity to step away from any emotional roller coaster you may be experiencing, by taking a proactive role. Research findings will show you what works when dealing with narcissists at different points on the narcissistic spectrum, rather than only those who have narcissistic personality disorder. Whether the narcissistic person in your life is your partner, a narcissistic family member, narcissistic boss or friend, this book will help you to understand what you need to do to regain control of your boundaries, and guide the relationship in whichever direction is best for yourself and others. This book does not intend to help you become a negative influence on others, but aims instead to help you take the higher road by understanding and disarming the narcissist. In this way you are able to take back control of your boundaries and empower yourself, without compromising your values. Here Is a Preview of What You'll Learn... Learn how to identify and differentiate between healthy and extreme narcissism, and determine how the narcissist in your life ranks for both Discover how narcissism can be considered a dependence on narcissistic supply, mirroring a dependence on alcohol or other drugs Find out what the narcissist wants from you Discover practical research-based methods to making life easier with the narcissist Read about other people's experiences with narcissists, and what they subsequently learnt Download your copy today! Download your copy of "How to Handle a Narcissist" to learn real, valuable and helpful tips to influence a narcissist and start seeing things improve in a matter of days. Check Out What Others Are Saying... "This book was really easy to read and avoided the blame, shame and label rhetoric that you see when you read about narcissists. I found it really useful to see the narcissist in my life as more of a person and why they were being so difficult. Then I could handle them from a much calmer place. Really helpful" - S. Goldberg"I bought this to help me decide what to do about my narcissistic mother. I'm going to give the techniques a try and see if we can have something of a relationship, really hoping they work" - M. Winston Download your copy today!

Narcissists Exposed -

Author : Drew Keys
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781477483039
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (83 download)

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Download or read book Narcissists Exposed - written by Drew Keys and published by . This book was released on 2013-05-17 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Finally, a book that answers every question ever asked about narcissists. Drew Keys, founder of the acclaimed Light's House.org, reveals the inside secrets to the frustrating and crazy-making games narcissists play -- and reveals the ins and outs of how (and why) they do what they do.Narcissists Exposed is a concise, plain-English, no-holds-barred exposé that leaves narcissists nowhere to hide. Drawing on information based on over 1/4 million family members, friends, coworkers and partners of narcissists and the latest research findings about narcissism, this book answers the top 75 questions asked about narcissists, from whether they really know what they're doing to precisely how they manipulate others and how to avoid being made their target.A must-read for anyone wanting to figure out narcissists, Narcissists Exposed empowers its readers by revealing exactly what all narcissists are up to and why, and what the reader can do about it.

The Wizard of Oz and Other Narcissists

Author : Eleanor D. Payson
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780972072830
Total Pages : 187 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (728 download)

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Download or read book The Wizard of Oz and Other Narcissists written by Eleanor D. Payson and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 187 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the most significant but least understood of character disorders in individuals is narcissistic personality disorder, or NPD. In this book, a licensed marital and family therapist provides a much-needed overview of NPD, its wide-ranging effects, and guidelines for dealing with this disorder.

The Narc Decoder

Author : Tina Swithin
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780692644485
Total Pages : 154 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (444 download)

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Download or read book The Narc Decoder written by Tina Swithin and published by . This book was released on 2016-02-22 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Divorcing a narcissist? You are probably left feeling baffled and shaken by the communication that you receive from the narcissist. In my mid-twenties, I contemplated learning multiple foreign languages. I envisioned dabbling in French to successfully make my way around Paris or Irish Gaelic to explore the rich history of Ireland along with my deep ancestral roots in that country. My day dreams about learning new languages always went hand in hand with the imagery of world travel. The thought of exploring exotic and old world places far away from home intrigued me. My mind summoned several foreign adventures, but never did I think I would need to learn a foreign language to navigate my own life. In 2008, I heard the words, "Narcissistic Personality Disorder" (NPD) to describe my then-husband, Seth. It took a couple years for the reality of those three little words to really sink in. Looking back, the red flags had been waving in the wind since our very first date. Those flags grew taller and more vibrant in color during our marriage. As it turns out, those same red flags that had been lining my path for years were dipped in a highly flammable mixture of kerosene. I realized the danger only when they exploded near the end of my marriage. Like any unexpected explosion, I was unprepared and left nursing deep, emotional, third-degree burns. In my research, I discovered a new language which took quite a bit of studying and insight on NPD to understand. As it turns out, the reason that I was so bewildered by Seth's communication style was that we were speaking completely different languages. I spoke the English version of "human" while he was speaking the non-human "Narc-ish." I am convinced there is a Narc-ish dictionary or manual hidden deep in a dark, musty hole somewhere in a faraway land with step-by-step instructions on how to inflict fear, confusion and despair. From this land, narcissists hail. Their secret language can only be decoded by those who aren't fooled by the narcissist's stealth ability to inflict confusion and chaos with it. My computer has a feature that allows me to translate most languages. However, this particular area of my life requires technology that is a bit savvier. Need is the catalyst of industry: and I was in need of a device to decipher Narc-ish. So, I invented one. I call it the "Narc Decoder" and have made life-altering good use of it. The good news is, everyone has access to the Narc Decoder because it is a machine that I am honored to replicate and share with anyone who is forced to communicate with a narcissist. Once you understand how to use the Narc Decoder, your life will change for the better. You will become empowered and will regain your voice. Over time, you will begin to find humor in the communication style that once left you on your knees begging for mercy.