Episode 41: Toxic Productivity with Israa Nasir
Toxic productivity convinces you that your worth is tied to achievement. But when does ambition turn into exhaustion? Dr. Z sits down with psychotherapist and author Israa Nasir to talk about why so...
7 Feb 202551min
Episode 40: The Narcissist’s Family Tree
A narcissistic parent’s love is often conditional, forcing the child into roles like the golden child or scapegoat child, with often devastating emotional consequences. In this episode, Dr. Z explores...
31 Jan 202539min
Episode 39: No, Not Everyone is a Narcissist
When everyone’s a “narcissist,” what happens to the voices of those truly living through narcissistic abuse? Dr. Z unpacks the misuse of terms like “narcissist” and “narcissistic personality disorder”...
24 Jan 202535min
Episode 38: Navigating the Narcissist's Playbook with Mark Vicente
Narcissists don’t just take what they want—they dismantle their targets in the process. In this episode, Dr. Z welcomes filmmaker and author Mark Vicente to discuss the dark realities of narcissisti...
17 Jan 20251h 3min
Episode 37: The Trap of New Year’s Resolutions
“New Year’s resolutions can sometimes send the message that where you’re currently at isn’t good enough. And that’s just not always the case! Dr. Z invites listeners to rethink the often pressure-f...
10 Jan 202529min
Episode 36: When Leaving Isn't an Option with Dr. Kerry McAvoy
Leaving a narcissistic abusive relationship might seem like the obvious choice, but for many, it’s far from simple. Sometimes, people can’t ‘just leave.’ In this episode, Dr. Z sits down with author a...
3 Jan 202557min
Episode 35: Narcissistic Mothers and Their Adult Daughters - REPLAY
In this episode, Dr. Z delves into the complex dynamics between narcissistic mothers and their adult daughters. She discusses how the behavior patterns of narcissistic mothers challenge societal norms...
27 Des 202448min
Episode 34: Defining Empathy within Narcissistic Abuse with Wendy Behary, LCSW
Understanding narcissism isn’t about excusing it. It’s about equipping yourself to break free and protect your mental health, especially during times of heightened emotions like the holidays. In t...
20 Des 202446min
