The Dude Therapist

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In this thought-provoking episode, host Eli Weinstein and guest Dr. Ramani dive deep into the intricate world of narcissism, gaslighting, and rebuilding trust. Dr. Ramani, a renowned clinical psychologist, unravels the origins of narcissistic behavior, tracing it back to deep-seated shame and insecurity. With a focus on self-awareness and accountability, she offers valuable insights for personal growth and healing. The conversation also sheds light on gaslighting, a manipulative tactic prevalent in intimate relationships, where victims' realities are denied to exert control. Dr. Ramani advocates for self-reflection, validation, and the gradual process of rebuilding trust in oneself to heal from toxic relationships.

Dr. Ramani Durvasula is a licensed clinical psychologist in Los Angeles, CA, Professor Emerita of Psychology at California State University, Los Angeles, and the Founder and CEO of LUNA Education, Training & Consulting. She is an author of several books including Should I Stay or Should I Go: Surviving A Relationship with a Narcissist, and “Don’t You Know Who I Am?”: How to Stay Sane in an Era of Narcissism, Entitlement, and Incivility. The focus of Dr. Durvasula’s clinical, academic and consultative work is the etiology and impact of narcissism and high-conflict, entitled, antagonistic personality styles on human relationships, mental health, and societal expectations. Her work has been featured at SXSW, TEDx, Red Table Talk, the Today Show, and Investigation Discovery. You can also find her on YouTube where she has accumulated millions of views on her videos discussing narcissism on her successful channel, and on social media @DoctorRamani. Now she will be adding the role of host to her resume as she launches her new podcast, Navigating Narcissism with Dr. Ramani, a show that focuses on narcissism and its impact on relationships.