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Nature versus Nurture: Where Did All This Narcissism Come From?
Are narcissists born or made? In this foundational episode, we unpack the complex roots of narcissism through the lens of both nature and nurture. We explore how temperament, early childhood environment, and relational trauma interact to shape narcissistic behaviors — and why it’s not always a direct path.
You’ll learn:
How biological traits like sensitivity or the need for validation can become liabilities in emotionally unsafe environments
Why narcissism is often a learned survival strategy — and not always from overtly abusive parenting
That not everyone raised in a narcissistic home…
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