Empathy: The Narcissist's Weak Spot and Your Path to Healing
Empathy is a natural and later nurtured human trait that allows one to step out of one’s shoes and feel another’s pain. Narcissists lack this trait because of early childhood trauma.
Empathy is a cornerstone of human connection, but what happens when it's missing? In this eye-opening episode of the Narcissism Recovery Podcast, Yitz Epstein unpacks how narcissists, often due to childhood trauma, lack genuine empathy. Instead, they wield fake empathy as a weapon to manipulate their victims, creating a facade of care and love that traps people in toxic relationships for years. Imagine thinking you're cherished, only to find out it's all a ruse—heartbreaking, right?
Yitz explains how this deception works and why it's so effective. He also dives into the importance of recognizing these manipulative tactics and offers practical steps to heal from such abuse. If you've ever felt stuck in an emotionally draining relationship, this episode provides valuable insights and actionable advice to help you break free and rebuild genuine empathy in your life.