When a narcissist is shrieking and writhing right before you eyes and you are related to them by marriage or family, it is very unpleasant to say the least. Narcissists frequently burst into fits of rage when their adoring audience is not present to watch the ugly melodrama.  It is their spouses, ex-spouses and children who get the brunt of these horrific scenes. To preserve their impeccable image, most narcissists are the opposite in public and considered above reproach---even fine huma... Read Full Story

The narcissist arrives and moves into our lives with striking, compelling outer packaging. Often he or she is very attractive, bright, a social standout. The narcissist always has a plan up his sleeve about the people in his life. He asks himself:  "What can this person do for me?" "Can I make money or achieve higher status through his contacts?" "What's the best way to get rid of him/her after I've gotten what I want?" "Who is the next  person on the h... Read Full Story

Those who by decision or fate who are closely involved with the narcissist  squander their lives. The are trapped in the shadow of the narcissist who expects them to do his/her bidding 24/7. Visit my website: Linda" >Linda">Linda">Linda">www.thenarcissistinyourlife.comLinda Martinez-Lewi, Ph.D.Telephone ConsultationEmail: lmlphd@thenarcissistinyourlife.com Read Full Story

The narcissist begins the "relationship" with the seduction. He has a special brand of magnetism at his disposal. The narcissist is appealing to our ego needs and desires---our deepest longings to feel unique, talented, loved, attractive,bright. He makes us believe that we too can become gods. Visit my website: Linda" >Linda">Linda">Linda">www.thenarcissistinyourlife.comLinda Martinez-Lewi, Ph.D.Telephone ConsultationEmail: lmlphd@thenarcissistinyourlife.com Read Full Story

The narcissistic personality is a fixed characterlogical constellation that begins very early in childhood.The title above applies to most narcissists, with very few exceptions. The narcissist who functions in the world at a very successful level has no reason to change. He/she has everything he wants and desires. He exploits people that get in his way, woos those he plans to seduce for his pleasure and amusement and avoids those who won't bend to his iron will and have clarity and steadfastn... Read Full Story

When we are in the presence of a charming individual, we feel different about ourselves. We are lighter, freer, more expanded. The narcissistic charmer draws us into his world. We know from high level narcissists who ooze with charm that attracting and magnetizing people to him is his forte, his solid gold gift.  Many high level narcissists are masters of eye contact, the ability to hold someone with their gaze, especially if there is something that they want from us. Otherwise, there he... Read Full Story

The narcissist is the most clever of manipulators. To him or her, life is a game in which he/she always wins. The people in his life are pawns in his grand chess game. Like a great chess master, the narcissist knows most of the moves he is going to make very early in the game. Individual human beings are his chess pieces: some are rooks, other knights and the special ones he plays with great skill are kings and of course the most coveted---the queen. It is difficult for most of us to un... Read Full Story

Narcissists, specifically those who are very successful in the world, are consummate actors. They write, direct and act in their own productions. Narcissists find others to play co-stars, character roles and bit players. These are the members of the narcissist's circle that keep his ego inflated at all times. The actors directed by the narcissist exist only as narcissistic supplies who flatter him with perpetual praise, are willing to serve him in any capacity and will put up with his dark ... Read Full Story

The narcissist draws a magical, golden circle around himself or herself. Those inside this chosen enclave are privileged. They breathe the ari and walk in the footsteps of a great man or woman. The narcissist is center and source, their raison d'etre.The narcissist knows how to tap into the infantile, demanding child inside of us that wants it all. He strokes us with his magnetic charisma. Linda Martinez-Lewi, Ph.D.Telephone ConsultationEmail: lmlphd@thenarcissistinyourlife.com Read Full Story

The narcissist at the core is a grandiose false self obsessed with ego and image. He or she is incapable of deep emotions---sorrow,joy,tenderness,love,remorse. The narcissiist's writes a brilliant role for himself but it is ingenuous. Visit my website: www. thenarcissistinyourlife.com Linda Martinez-Lewi, Ph.D.Telephone ConsultationEmail: lmlphd@thenarcissistinyourlife.com Read Full Story