Traumatic Narcissism Theory w/ Dan Shaw

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Religion & Spirituality

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🗓️ 9 October 2024

⏱️ 82 minutes

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In this captivating episode, Rachel Bernstein welcomes back Dan Shaw, a distinguished psychotherapist and expert in psychoanalysis specializing in narcissistic abuse and cult survivor recovery. Dan shares his transformative journey from being an actor and missionary to leaving a cultic organization in 1994 and becoming a mental health professional. His extensive training and personal experiences have made him a prominent figure in the field, earning him the prestigious Margaret Singer Award for his work on undue influence. The episode delves into the intricacies of traumatic narcissism, a theory Dan introduced to the field, which he explores in his acclaimed books. Rachel and Dan discuss the chilling characteristics of narcissistic leaders, the seductive allure of their personalities, and the profound impact they have on their followers. Dan provides insights into recognizing these traits and the importance of boundaries in protecting oneself from manipulative individuals. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on the dynamics of power and control in relationships, whether in cults or personal interactions, and the significance of reclaiming one's voice and autonomy. Dan's upcoming work on traumatic narcissism theory promises to further illuminate these complex issues, offering hope and guidance to those affected by such relationships. Connect with Dan Shaw: Website: www.danielshawlcsw.com Facebook: Daniel Shaw LCSW (Author Page) Listen to Dan's Previous Episodes here: https://on.soundcloud.com/1MPVg41KJQ5hya7p7 Connect with Us on Social Media: Twitter: www.twitter.com/_indoctrination Facebook: www.facebook.com/indoctrinationpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/indoctrinationpodcast Your reviews and ratings on Spotify and Apple/iTunes are greatly appreciated and help the show reach a wider audience. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

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0:00.0	Welcome to indoctrination, a weekly conversation series about protecting yourself from systems of control.
0:11.1	I'm your host, Rachel Bernstein.
0:13.5	Hello, everyone. Today on the show, we have Daniel Shaw.
0:18.7	Dan Shaw is a psychotherapist practicing in New York City, and he specializes
0:23.1	in psychoanalysis, having trained with leaders in the Relational Psychoanalytic School. Dan also
0:30.8	studied sensory motor psychotherapy and is certified in trauma-informed stabilization treatment.
0:37.5	He works with adults to overcome obstacles in their personal and professional lives,
0:42.4	focusing on narcissistic abuse and cult survivor recovery.
0:47.5	Previously, an actor and a missionary.
0:51.2	Dan left a cultic organization in 1994 and became a mental health professional.
0:57.2	He's a faculty member at the National Institute for Psychotherapies and the author of
1:02.5	Traumatic Narcissism, Relational Systems of Subjugation, as well as Traumatic Narcissism
1:09.0	and Recovery, which introduced traumatic narcissism theory to the field.
1:15.1	A subject we will cover in depth in the second of our two discussions.
1:20.5	Dan is a recipient of the Margaret Singer Award
1:23.4	from the International Cultic Studies Association for his work
1:27.2	on coercive persuasion and undue influence. Music from the International Cultic Studies Association for his work,
1:28.9	uncoercive persuasion,
1:30.6	and undue influence.
1:37.0	Here is my friend and colleague, Dan Shaw.
1:54.4	It is my pleasure to have Dan Shaw with me today to speak with me, to speak with you.
2:05.5	And I want to make sure to mention also that he is back by popular demand, that there were a number of people who were saying to me that we've kind of moved away from the topic of narcissism, even though
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