Episode Title: Is It Normal to Be Drawn to or Retreat from Grandiose Personalities?

Episode Summary:
In this episode of Normal but Not, we dive into the fascinating—and often misunderstood—dynamic between people pleasers and grandiose personalities. Why are some of us irresistibly drawn to—or instinctively retreat from—narcissistic traits? I explore this "normal but not" connection, peeling back the layers to uncover how childhood wounds, like the narcissistic mother or father wound, shape these patterns.

You'll learn:

• What grandiosity really is and how it serves as a survival strategy for narcissists.
• The toxic dance between people pleasers and grandiose personalities, and why it feels so familiar.
• The difference between the narcissistic mother wound and father wound—and how each leaves its mark.
• Three actionable steps to break free from this dynamic, including setting boundaries, healing your inner child, and recognizing unhealthy patterns.

Plus, I share personal stories and real-life examples to help you spot these dynamics in your own life and take the first steps toward healthier relationships.

Key Takeaways:

• Grandiosity is an inflated sense of self-importance, often masking deep insecurity.
• People pleasers and narcissists engage in a push-pull dynamic rooted in unmet childhood needs.
• Recognizing and healing your inner child is crucial to breaking free from this cycle.

Workshop Alert:
🎉 Trauma to Triumph: Setting Boundaries that Transform in 1 Hour is now open for registration! 🎉
If you’re ready to stop people-pleasing and create guilt-free boundaries that feel empowering and aligned, this workshop is for you. Grab your spot now through the link here or in the show notes.

Free Resource:
Download my free guide: Are You Stuck in the Narcissist-People Pleaser Dance? Discover How to Break Free! Download here.

Resources Mentioned:

• Free Cheat Sheet: Setting Boundaries Without Guilt Download here.
• Bill Eddy’s work on high-conflict personalities.
• Terry Real’s concept of narcissistic grandiosity.

Let’s Connect:

• Follow me on Instagram: @completecoachingwithkrystal
• Check out my podcast Reclaim Your Pleasure: Link here

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