The glow of “perfect together” can hide a much harsher truth. We sit down with narcissism specialist Dr. Anthony Mazella to unpack how the illusion of blissful union forms, why ordinary differences feel like threats, and what actually changes when you stop outsourcing your worth. From a psychodynamic perspective, we trace the arc from early unmet needs to adult relationships that demand constant validation, then explore the real cost of leaving: grief for the fantasy, and the devaluing vo...
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The glow of “perfect together” can hide a much harsher truth. We sit down with narcissism specialist Dr. Anthony Mazella to unpack how the illusion of blissful union forms, why ordinary differences feel like threats, and what actually changes when you stop outsourcing your worth. From a psychodynamic perspective, we trace the arc from early unmet needs to adult relationships that demand constant validation, then explore the real cost of leaving: grief for the fantasy, and the devaluing vo...
Ep 191: Your Kid’s Backpack Is Full Of Ants And You’re Still Okay
The Stress Nanny with Lindsay Miller
12 minutes
2 weeks ago
Ep 191: Your Kid’s Backpack Is Full Of Ants And You’re Still Okay
Holiday seasons are loud, bright, sweet, and often overwhelming—and that’s exactly why they’re perfect for teaching kids (and ourselves) how to be present. We explore a simple presence practice that uses the five senses to bring a busy mind back to now, turning chaotic moments into chances for calm, clarity, and connection. From Halloween costumes and crinkly candy wrappers to warm pie dough and the glow of neighborhood lights, we show how everyday sensory details can anchor the nervous syste...
The Stress Nanny with Lindsay Miller
The glow of “perfect together” can hide a much harsher truth. We sit down with narcissism specialist Dr. Anthony Mazella to unpack how the illusion of blissful union forms, why ordinary differences feel like threats, and what actually changes when you stop outsourcing your worth. From a psychodynamic perspective, we trace the arc from early unmet needs to adult relationships that demand constant validation, then explore the real cost of leaving: grief for the fantasy, and the devaluing vo...
