Narcissism in Female Friendships: How to Protect Your Energy

Are you constantly feeling like you're not enough in your relationships? In this episode, Krista goes solo to delve into the often-overlooked realm of narcissism in female friendships. Get ready for some incredible insight on how to recognize narcissistic traits in your girl group.  From feeling devalued and discarded to understanding the subtle undercurrents of jealousy and control, Krista opens up about the red flags we've all overlooked. She walks us through the stages of narcissistic relationships, from intense "love bombing" to the painful discard phase. Get a glimpse into Krista’s childhood and how it shaped her subconscious understanding of relationships. Plus, get invaluable tips on setting boundaries, prioritizing yourself, and stepping into your power. If you've ever felt like a sidekick in your own story, this episode is for you. We also talk about: Why narcissists have such high expectations in relationships The lack of empathy and the constant need for validation The idea of "not enoughness" and how it shows up in our lives Recognizing passive-aggressive comments as a form of control The significance of healthy boundaries in nurturing relationships Understanding different processing styles – internal vs. external How social environments like LA can foster narcissistic traits Recreating parental dynamics in romantic relationships Resources Superhuman App | Head to activations.com/a30 to get the deal of the century on their membership. They rarely do discounts, and they’ve given our listeners an amazing deal, over 60% off memberships. The offer is only available through their website, not the App Store. That’s activations.com/a30. Instagram: @itskrista Website: https://itskrista.com/ Sponsors: Cymbiotika | Go to cymbiotika.com/Almost30 and Use code ALMOST30 for 20% off sitewide. BetterHelp | This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/almost30 and get on your way to being your best self with 10% off your first month. Manukora | Head to manukora.com/ALMOST30 to get $25 off the Starter Kit, which comes with an MGO 850+ Manuka Honey jar, 5 honey travel sticks, a wooden spoon, and a guidebook! To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/Almost30.  Learn More: almost30.com/learn almost30.com/morningmicrodose almost30.com/courses  Join our community: facebook.com/Almost30podcast/groups Podcast disclaimer can be found by visiting: almost30.com/disclaimer.  Find more to love at almost30.com! Almost 30 is edited by Garett Symes and Isabella Vaccaro. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices