Narcissist's Playbook

Recognizing, Defending Against, and Safeguarding Yourself from Manipulative Abusers in Relationships – Sociopaths, Narcissists, Psychopaths, and Beyond

By: Sarah Cohen

Narrated by: Allan Calder

Length: 13 hrs and 36 mins

Publisher's summary

Author Sarah Cohen's audiobook is a perceptive and helpful manual that aims to equip listeners to identify and defend themselves against manipulative interpersonal behaviors. The book explores the intricate realm of personality disorders, paying special attention to features associated with narcissism, sociopathy, and psychopathic behavior.

Cohen starts out by giving a thorough description of the traits of sociopaths, psychopaths, and narcissists, along with an explanation of how these individuals behave in relationships. She draws attention to the deceptive and damaging methods of emotional abuse and manipulation that these people frequently use. The audiobook provides case studies and real-world examples to help listeners recognize similar trends in their own lives.

The audiobook spends a good deal of space on how to deal with and protect against manipulative abusers. Cohen offers helpful guidance on establishing limits, spotting warning signs, and keeping emotional space. The emphasis on empowerment in this audiobook is one of its main advantages. Cohen exhorts listeners to become resilient and regain their sense of self. She discusses the psychological effects of being in a manipulative relationship and provides advice on how to regain one's self-assurance and faith in other people.

Ultimately, the audiobook considers ways to promote healthy interpersonal dynamics and examines issues that go beyond the individual connection, including the wider societal ramifications. Because of Cohen's compassionate and inspiring style, this audiobook is an invaluable tool for anyone trying to comprehend manipulative relationships and safeguard themselves against their negative effects.

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Justifying its title with Elaborate Knowledge

"Narcissist's Playbook" by Sarah Cohen is amazing if you're trying to wrap your head around the whole personality disorder maze and are fascinated by their studies like me, or just trying to steer clear of the manipulative whirlwinds in your life. It's like Cohen has this knack for breaking down super complex stuff about narcissists, psychopaths, and sociopaths into bits that actually make sense. The book is chunked out into sections that focus on each personality type, making it super easy to digest and refer back to, which I found incredibly helpful. The real kicker for me was the depth she goes into about recognizing and defending yourself against these types. It's not just your run-of-the-mill advice. Cohen gets into the nitty-gritty, offering up strategies that feel like they're tailor-made for anyone who's ever found themselves on the receiving end of this kind of abuse. It’s packed with insights and I ended up bookmarking a ton of segments for future reference.

Shocking audiobook that left me stunned! 😲

"The Narcissist Playbook" offers an in-depth exploration into the manipulative world of narcissism, providing readers with a comprehensive guide to understanding and dealing with narcissistic behavior in their personal and professional lives. This book serves not only as an educational resource but also as a practical handbook for recognizing and countering the manipulative tactics employed by narcissists.

From the onset, the author delves into the psychology behind narcissism, explaining the characteristics and behaviors that define a narcissist. With a clear and engaging writing style, the book demystifies complex psychological concepts, making them accessible to a broad audience. The use of real-life examples and case studies further enriches the reader's understanding, bringing to light the subtle nuances of narcissistic manipulation.

Gives good insights about how narcissists think

I'm a magnet for narcissists and have been dealing with manipulative people all my life. I'm just tired of being used, abused, then left behind. I knew I had to learn to be a better judge of people and I had to learn how to spot narcissists before I even let them into my life and do damage, so I've been reading a lot of books to arm myself with knowledge. I've already read a number of other books and this one is definitely one of the best ones. I like how it reveals the inner workings the narcissist and the empath minds, their differences, and how to be more sensitive like an empath so you can become better at spotting narcissistic traits and defend yourself from them.