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My Emotional Armor
by Cindy KhooMy Emotional Armor is where we discuss the effects of covert narcissistic parenting. It is a safe place for survivors to share their stories, learn to heal, and regain their sense of self.
Copyright: 2020
Episodes
EP13: Why Deep Breathing Doesn't Work to Calm Down Around a Covert Narcissistic Parent
10m · PublishedA lifetime growing up with a covert narcissistic parent has severed your mind body connection, making it impossible to "just breathe and calm down" when interacting with them. It can be difficult to get your point across, or even take a break from the conversation.
In this episode, learn how to bring your body back online so that you can to a point where you can decide clearly how you'd like to proceed with your CNP.
Resources:
What to do if a narcissist threatens to kill themselves - https://youtu.be/SB-hzpn6nMM?si=p70eFc9HbKEbh553
Black Yogi Nico Marie channel - https://www.youtube.com/@YogaWithNico
EP12: Do Covert Narcissistic Parents Feel Remorse?
9m · PublishedA lot of people wonder if covert narcissists, or narcissists in general, feel remorse. The answer may shock you, which is yes, they actually do feel remorse. However, the experience it differently than other non-narcissistic people do. We explore the difference and how to deal in this episode.
Resources mentioned: "Why Does He Do That?" by Lundy Bancroft
EP11: The Sneaky Way Blame Shows Up with a Covert Narcissistic Parent
17m · PublishedIn this episode, I discuss how you not only learned to normalize self-blame due to covert narcissistic parenting, but how it also may be showing up in how you relate to others. I go over a 2-step process of how to interrupt this pattern.
Resources mentioned:
Lisa Romano - How to Feel Your Emotions Again in a Healthy Way https://youtu.be/6TNxy-IwR7k
EP10: How Triangulation Appears with a Covert Narcissistic Parent
19m · PublishedToday I address a listener question about triangulation and family roles within the covert narcissistic family dynamic. I discuss the Karpman Drama Triangle, what to watch for, and how to get out of it.
Tamara Hill - How to Deal with Triangulation: Practical Tips
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WLiHiHrriJk
Tamara Hill - What is Triangulation in Toxic Parenting?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5AlmonDF1A&t=566s
EP09: Why Talking to Friends About Your Covert Narcissistic Family System Doesn't Help
21m · PublishedIn previous episodes I’ve talked about finding a support system to help cope with your CNP. Today's episode talks about how to do this effectively and why this doesn’t always work out well. In fact if you go seeking support in the wrong places, it can lead to even more feelings of invalidation.
RESOURCES MENTIONED:
- Dr. Ramani
- Vital Mind Psychology
- Lisa Romano - Breakthrough Life Coach
EP08: Dealing with Your Anger Post Covert Narcissistic Trauma
19m · PublishedWhen you start to shine a light on your past, you see all the things that went wrong. This results in feelings of frustration, disappointment, and hurt which are all base emotions that lead to anger. When you grieve the childhood you should’ve had, it’s natural to experience intense anger through this process. This episode covers the causes of that anger and some tips for dealing with it.
- Flying Monkey by Dr. Ramani: https://youtu.be/lDclCIFQML8
- Enabler by Dr. Ramani: https://youtu.be/JZEyLwy6Z9s
- Scapegoat by Dr. Ramani https://youtu.be/-vgnalJmMUk
EP07: Super Powers You Gained from Covert Narcissistic Trauma (And No It's Not Just Empathy)
15m · PublishedToday's episode is dedicated to a listener, Bella. Though I can’t speak to Bella’s hardships specifically, I can speak to the strength that she and all survivors of covert narcissistic trauma possess. There are some key gifts - or superpowers - as I’m calling it in this episode that you gained from your experience.
Referenced:
Dr. Ramani's Caregiving for a Narcissist - https://youtu.be/YXCZ63l47zI
EP06: What's With All the Bad News? Covert Narcissism and Other People's Misery
17m · PublishedEver notice how covert narcissists seem to always be the bearers of bad news? In this episode we explore why that is and what to do about it.
Referenced:
Vital Minds Psychology - Why Covert Narcissists Love Your Misfortune (Understanding Schadenfreude)
https://youtu.be/bJjc-gaeUqs
EP05: Covert Narcissism and Anxious Attachment Part 2
13m · PublishedIn part 2, I discuss the other two attachment styles - dismissive avoidant and secure - in comparison with anxious attachment within the context of covert narcissism. We also explore ways to develop self-trust by starting small and working up to a series of "wins," which results in slow but sure integration of your anxiety and past into your everyday life.
Referenced:
Free Mood Tracker App
http://www.moodtrack.com/
EP04: Covert Narcissism and Anxious Attachment Part 1
9m · PublishedIn this part 1 of 2 series, I discuss why covert narcissistic parenting typically leads to an anxiously attached child and adult. We also explore this in comparison to the fearful attachment style within the context of covert narcissism. In part 2, we'll continue with the other two attachment styles (dismissive and secure), as well as tips for working through your own anxious attachment.Referenced:
Referenced:
The Personal Development School https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHQ4lSaKRap5HyrpitrTOhQ
My Emotional Armor has 13 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 3:12:59. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on November 25th 2022. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on January 30th, 2024 08:13.