Yitz Epstein
Yitz Epstein
Narcissism and the Ego-Ideal
Narcissism and the Ego-Ideal
Narcissism and the Ego-Ideal
Thursday 27th August 2020
Yitz Epstein unpacks the ego ideal's role in narcissism and its impact on victims. Learn how to heal from narcissistic abuse.
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Recovery from Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Unpacking the Ego Ideal: Its Role in Narcissism and Abuse
The narcissist, because of parental rejection, humiliation and abuse, will never feel enough and experience great shame as a result, in an attempt to reach the good-enough state it will fantasize about a brilliant, perfect, omnipotent ideal- self I e ego ideal and work tirelessly and relentlessly to achieve it, an endeavor that is extremely exhausting, futile and ultimately never attainable.
Ever wondered why some people seem obsessed with projecting a perfect image, no matter the cost? In this eye-opening episode of the 'Narcissism Recovery Podcast', Yitz Epstein dives into the concept of the ego ideal and its intricate relationship with narcissism. Drawing from Sigmund Freud's model of the psyche, Yitz breaks down how our ideal self, or ego ideal, shapes our aspirations and societal behaviors.
He explains that when this ideal is set too high, any shortfall can trigger severe guilt, driving some individuals to adopt an overinflated persona to mask their insecurities. This, he argues, is at the core of narcissistic behavior and abuse. Narcissists often create a fantasy life where they must appear flawless to avoid the crushing weight of their own insecurities.
Yitz also touches on how societal expectations can exacerbate these tendencies, making it even harder for victims to break free from the cycle of abuse. If you've ever felt like you're never enough in a relationship marred by narcissism, this episode offers valuable insights into why that is—and more importantly, how it has very little to do with you. Tune in for practical advice on healing and reclaiming your true self.