Understanding Narcissism and Healing Adult Children with Dr. Karyl McBride

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In this special episode of PTSD and Beyond, we welcome Dr. Karyl McBride, a licensed marriage therapist with over 40 years of experience. Dr. McBride is a leading expert in the field of narcissism and the author of several renowned books, including Will I Ever Be Good Enough?, Will I Ever Be Free of You?, and Will the Drama Ever End?. Dr. McBride discusses her groundbreaking work in narcissistic family systems and her lifelong commitment to child advocacy, whether for actual children or the wounded child within adults.

Dr. McBride shares how her personal recovery journey led her to explore the impact of narcissistic parents on children and how this research evolved into her well-known work. She also talks about her upcoming workshop on healing adult children of narcissists, offering listeners a glimpse into the powerful and transformative nature of this work.

Key Topics Covered & Takeaways:

• The lasting impact of growing up with a narcissistic parent and how it shapes a child's mental health and emotional development.
• The ripple effects of narcissism on family dynamics and how unresolved childhood wounds often resurface in adult relationships, creating repeated patterns.
• Healing is possible—adult children of narcissists can break these cycles through self-awareness, therapy, and community support.
• Practical steps for rediscovering self-worth, reclaiming personal power, and healing the wounded inner child.
• A preview of Dr. McBride's upcoming workshop, which offers transformative tools to help adult children of narcissists begin their healing journey.

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In Love and Healing,

Dr. Deb

To connect with Dr. Karyl McBride and register for their upcoming workshop:

• Website: Will I Ever Be Good Enough?
• Will I Ever Be Free of You?
• Will the Drama Ever End?
• Dr. McBride's upcoming workshop: Healing Adult Children of Narcissists, October 19-20 email at: karyl@drmcbride.com

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