The Wellness Diary
Insights, advice, new research, tips and tricks, and new resources to help you with your mental health journey.
Discovering Your Influence: Am I Manipulative Quiz
Influence and manipulation, although often linked, are fundamentally different. The main distinction lies in the intent of the manipulator and their respect for the other individual's autonomy. This subsection explores these differences, highlighting the subtle nuances between the two. By doing this, it underlines the importance of ethical persuasion and its role in building trust and promoting open dialogue. Understanding these differences helps us grasp the dynamics of human interaction and emphasizes the need for ethical standards when trying to influence others.
Episode 14: How To Survive A Narcissistic Romance
Episode 14: Alla Branzburg, LCSW joins me for an in-depth discussion about narcissistic personality disorder and her work with couples where one or both partners have this diagnosis.