The Narcissist Decoder: How Smart Women Get Trapped in Emotional Abuse | The Tamsen Show

ORDER my book, NYT Best - seller, How To Menopause 🔥 bit.ly/4iHfftu 🔥 Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before ___ If you've ever questioned your reality, blamed your hormones, or been told you’re “too sensitive,” this conversation will change how you see everything. Tamsen sits down with world-renowned psychologist and narcissism expert Dr. Ramani Durvasula, author of the New York Times bestseller It’s Not You: Identifying and Healing from Narcissistic People, to decode the emotional warfare so many women face in toxic relationships, especially in midlife. They talk about: -How narcissists twist your words and make you question your memory -The subtle ways they use your hormones and emotions against you -Why smart, self-aware women stay in toxic relationships longer than they should -The early red flags that feel easy to dismiss but matter most -What love bombing actually looks like (and why it works so well) -Why midlife often becomes the breaking point for women in these dynamics -How to rebuild your confidence and sense of reality after emotional abuse This episode is a wake-up call and a roadmap to help you stop second-guessing yourself and start trusting what you know. 01:48 – What narcissism really looks like 04:05 – Struggling to hold on in narcissistic relationships 06:53 – The different types of narcissism 10:00 – What do all narcissists have in common? 13:29 – What behaviors to narcissists display? 16:41 – Are we seeing more narcissists today? 19:27 – Midlife relationships and narcissism 23:14 – Healthy conversations about new relationships in midlife 27:52 – Why taking it slow is key in dating 30:52 – Why we need to dig into our relationships 34:02 – How menopause is weaponized in narcissistic relationships 40:18 – Shame and isolation in narcissistic relationships 44:05 – The barriers to leaving narcissistic relationships 51:12 – Couples therapy and narcissists 54:45 – Narcissist or just a jerk? 58:48 – Dr. Ramani’s one core piece of advice Follow Tamsen Here: Website: https://www.tamsenfadal.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamsenfadal Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tamsenfadal Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/tamsenfadaltv You can find Dr Ramani here: https://doctor-ramani.com/ Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you need medical advice, please consult your doctor or medical provider. ==================== About Tamsen Fadal: Tamsen Fadal is a New York Times Best-selling author, journalist, menopause advocate and host of The Tamsen Show Podcast. . Tamsen's candor and relatability have established her as a leading voice in the menopause space with a passionate, loyal social media audience of 4+ million.   Tamsen is the producer and executive producer of the PBS documentary, The M Factor, Shredding the Silence on Menopause which is the first documentary of its kind confronting the neglected menopause crisis, challenging societal and medical shortcomings, and advocating for a revolutionary approach to women’s health.  Tamsen is the author of How To Menopause, Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before. It's the girlfriend's guide to perimenopause, menopause and beyond. From the boardroom to the stage at SXSW to Capitol Hill, she advocates for policies that eliminate the stigma of menopause and foster a work environment where women feel comfortable discussing and managing their midlife health journey. After more than three decades as a television news anchor, Tamsen made the bold decision to pivot her career towards women’s health advocacy. Her media appearances include Oprah Daily, The Today Show, The New York Times, and The Harvard Business Review. #TamsenFadal #Menopause #HowToMenopause #WomenOver50 #MidlifeWomen