In this episode of Recovery for the Narcissist, Dr. Eric Perry explores the delicate, often misunderstood moment that follows an interpersonal disconnect. This episode examines how micro-ruptures—those subtle moments when a tone shifts, a comment lands poorly, or a sense of distance quietly appears—can profoundly impact emotional safety long before anything is acknowledged out loud.

Dr. Perry unpacks why these moments are uniquely challenging for individuals with narcissistic tendencies. He explains how discomfort, shame, and the loss of emotional control can activate defensive strategies that feel instinctive in the moment but ultimately undermine trust and connection. Instead of regulating internally, many unconsciously reach for overt defense, covert defense, or premature repair—attempts to ease their own discomfort rather than meet the relational moment with presence.

Listeners will learn about:

• What micro-ruptures look like in real-life dynamics
• Why narcissistic individuals often rush to repair in order to regain emotional control
• The difference between emotional urgency and emotional responsibility
• How premature repair protects comfort but blocks connection
• Five essential practices for meaningful reconnection

Dr. Perry offers clear and compassionate insight for anyone who has felt the sting of a subtle disconnect—or for those who may unintentionally respond to these moments with speed rather than attunement. Whether you’ve sensed emotional distance growing without understanding why, or you’ve noticed your own instinct to “fix things” too quickly, this episode brings clarity, language, and a framework for authentic repair.

Tune in to discover how slowing down, staying present, and tolerating discomfort can transform a disconnect from a moment of emotional rupture into an opportunity for genuine reconnection. Healing in relationships begins not with perfection, but with presence, responsibility, and the choice to rebuild emotional safety one moment at a time.

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Empathy Awakening Workshop: https://drericperry.com/empathyawakening

Disclaimer: The content contained in this podcast is for general information only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, assessment, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not rely on the information provided for their own health needs. All specific questions should be presented to your own healthcare provider. Listening to this podcast in no way creates a professional/working relationship between the listener and the host. If at any time you have an emergency while listening, please contact your local emergency center immediately.

In this episode of Recovery for the Narcissist, Dr. Eric Perry explores the subtle but powerful impact of frustration leaks in narcissistic relationships. This episode explores how unspoken emotional distress—expressed through sighs, muttering, or tension-filled body language—can quietly alter the emotional safety of a relationship without a single word being said.

Dr. Perry unpacks the psychological mechanics of frustration leaks, highlighting how this behavior often reflects a deeper struggle with emotional regulation and vulnerability. He explains why individuals with narcissistic tendencies may externalize distress in indirect ways—and how those around them are left to absorb the emotional weight of what goes unspoken.

Listeners will learn about:

• What frustration leaks look like in real-life dynamics
• Why narcissistic individuals often externalize emotional distress unconsciously
• The difference between self-regulation and emotional outsourcing
• How subtle expressions of frustration can create emotional pressure and distance
• Practical tools to contain emotion, name impact, and rebuild emotional safety

Dr. Perry offers clear and compassionate insight for both those who have experienced the tension of frustration leaks and those who may be unintentionally creating it. Whether you have noticed a growing emotional distance in your relationship or felt the weight of someone else’s mood without understanding why, this episode provides language, clarity, and a path toward change.

Tune in to discover how frustration—when acknowledged rather than leaked—can become a moment of honest connection rather than quiet rupture. Healing begins not with denial or perfection, but with presence, ownership, and the choice to create emotional safety, one moment at a time.

Connect with Dr. Perry: https://drericperry.com

Own Your Stuff Online Coaching Group: https://drericperry.com/ownyourstuff

Empathy Awakening Workshop: https://drericperry.com/empathyawakening

Disclaimer: The content contained in this podcast is for general information only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, assessment, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not rely on the information provided for their own health needs. All specific questions should be presented to your own healthcare provider. Listening to this podcast in no way creates a professional/working relationship between the listener and the host. If at any time you have an emergency while listening, please contact your local emergency center immediately.

In this episode of Recovery for the Narcissist, Dr. Eric Perry explores the quiet yet deeply damaging experience of emotional invalidation in narcissistic relationships. This episode examines how subtle forms of dismissal, deflection, and emotional withdrawal can slowly erode a partner’s sense of self—leaving them feeling confused, unseen, and emotionally alone.

Dr. Perry unpacks the psychological mechanics of emotional invalidation, highlighting how it often masquerades as logic, reason, or even care. He explains why individuals with narcissistic tendencies struggle to tolerate emotional vulnerability—and how their attempts to manage discomfort often result in silencing the people closest to them.

Listeners will learn about:

• What emotional invalidation looks like in real-life dynamics
• Why narcissistic individuals often use invalidation—consciously or unconsciously
• The difference between healthy disagreement and emotional dismissal
• How chronic invalidation distorts emotional reality and damages trust
• Practical ways to identify invalidation and begin rebuilding emotional safety

Dr. Perry offers clear and compassionate insight for both those who have experienced emotional invalidation and those who may be unintentionally causing it. Whether you’ve found yourself walking on eggshells or noticing a growing emotional distance in your relationship, this episode provides language, clarity, and hope.

Tune in to discover how emotional validation—simple acts of presence, witnessing, and non-defensive listening—can transform a relationship from emotionally unsafe to emotionally connected. Healing begins not with control or correction, but with the courage to truly hear and be heard.

Connect with Dr. Perry: https://drericperry.com

Own Your Stuff Online Coaching Group: https://drericperry.com/ownyourstuff

Empathy Awakening Workshop: https://drericperry.com/empathyawakening

Disclaimer: The content contained in this podcast is for general information only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, assessment, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not rely on the information provided for their own health needs. All specific questions should be presented to your own healthcare provider. Listening to this podcast in no way creates a professional/working relationship between the listener and the host. If at any time you have an emergency while listening, please contact your local emergency center immediately.