Narcissists, Sociopaths & the Psychology of Manipulation | Aishia Grevenberg

Aishia Grevenberg, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker, therapist, professor, and mental health educator with more than 20 years of experience. Her work focuses on relationships, manipulation, narcissism, sociopathy, emotional regulation, trauma, and helping people better understand unhealthy behavioral patterns so they can protect their mental health and build healthier relationships. Today on the show we discuss the #1 sign you may already be getting manipulated, why manipulators use praise and attention to hook you, the key differences between narcissists psychopaths and sociopaths, how toxic relationships can become an emotional addiction, the subtle ways controlling people isolate you and break down your boundaries, and how to break free rebuild trust in yourself and recognize healthier love and much more. Today's sponsor: ⁠⁠Waking Up ⁠⁠ Join me on my meditation journey and get your free 14-day trial here: ⁠https://wakingup.sjv.io/B5V291 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices