Join us (Dr. Henry Emmons and Dr. Aimee Prasek) as we explore the differences between self-love and narcissism. We'll dig into some common misconceptions and psychological spectrum of narcissism along with the importance of cultivating genuine self-love. Most importantly, we'll highlight the essential fact that self-love is a skill that can be practiced and is essential for a joyful, meaningful life.

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Sources and Notes:

Joy Lab Program: Take the next leap in your wellbeing journey with step-by-step practices to help you build and maintain the elements of joy in your life.
Joy Lab Episode about FOBO.
Series on authenticity from our Joy Lab podcast:

Unmasking Your True Self: Exploring Authenticity and Awe [ep. 216]
Embrace Your True Self: Accepted, Connected, & In The Game [ep. 217]
The Road Most Travelled: Awakening Through Suffering [ep. 218]
Follow Your Bliss: Awakening to Joy [ep. 219]
The Still Small Voice: Awakening with soulfulness [ep. 220]

Stephen Fry's website and books.
Carlson, E. N., Vazire, S., & Oltmanns, T. F. (2011). You probably think this paper's about you: narcissists' perceptions of their personality and reputation. Journal of personality and social psychology, 101(1), 185–201. Access here.
Nook, E. C., Jaroszewski, A. C., Finch, E. F., & Choi-Kain, L. W. (2022). A Cognitive-Behavioral Formulation of Narcissistic Self-Esteem Dysregulation. Focus (American Psychiatric Publishing), 20(4), 378–388. Access here.

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