Yitz Epstein
Yitz Epstein
Scapegoating - The Scapegoat Child
Scapegoating - The Scapegoat Child
Scapegoating - The Scapegoat Child
Saturday 2nd November 2019
Yitz Epstein unpacks scapegoating in narcissistic families and offers steps to heal from childhood wounds on the 'Narcissism Recovery Podcast'.
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Get the buttons here!The Scapegoat Child: Unmasking the Pain in Narcissistic Families
Victims of scapegoating, or the scapegoat child, develop extreme inner shames, have self-hate and oftentimes have remarkably low self-esteem and self-image, which is oftentimes why they don't escape and really are stuck in this very difficult situation.
Imagine being blamed for everything that goes wrong in your family, even when it's not your fault. In this episode of the 'Narcissism Recovery Podcast', Yitz Epstein dives deep into the unsettling world of scapegoating within narcissistic families. Scapegoating is a cruel tactic used by narcissistic abusers to offload their own unbearable emotions—like shame, blame, and anger—onto someone else. And more often than not, that 'someone else' is a child who just wants to keep the peace.
This child, the scapegoat, ends up bearing the brunt of the family's dysfunction, leading to mental health struggles, addiction, and even suicidal thoughts. Epstein explains how narcissistic parents manipulate sibling rivalry to divert attention away from their own flaws, maintaining control through fear and manipulation. The scapegoated child often grows up with deep-seated shame and a damaged self-esteem, constantly striving to win their parents' approval but never quite succeeding. But there's hope.
Epstein encourages listeners to confront their childhood wounds and work through their shame, offering tools like the Mind Map program to guide them on a path to healing. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who has felt like the black sheep in their family, providing not just understanding but actionable steps towards reclaiming your life.