Narcissism is the word that describes much of our daily world.  Many people we frequently encounter and with whom we are involved have an excessive sense of superiority and self-entitlement.   They are grandiose, larger than life figures who exploit and manipulate everyone who crosses their path. These individuals are suffering from narcissistic personality disorder. Narcissists thrive in today’s society that handsomely rewards power, wealth and social status.  Narcissistic behavior is typified by an obsession with the perfect image, ruthlessness, volcanic rage, and a constant need for admiration and praise.  The signature personality trait of the narcissist is his/her complete lack of empathy.  Narcissistic people are opportunists who betray spouses, partners, family members, bosses, co-workers, even friends. They lie easily and free of guilt.  Winning at all costs is their ultimate goal.

High-level narcissists, those who are very successful in the world, surround themselves with a charmed circle of admirers who furnish them with a consistent flow of veneration, praise, and selfless service.  The narcissist uses members of his adoring audience to feed his insatiable ego.

In Freeing Yourself from the Narcissist in Your Life, psychotherapist Linda Martinez-Lewi presents an in-depth and supportive plan for identifying, understanding the dynamics and childhood background of the narcissist. She provides you with specific strategies for dealing successfully with the narcissistic personality. She draws on expertly rendered clinical cases from her private practice. Martinez-Lewi offers fascinating profiles from the personal lives of famous narcissists: Pablo Picasso, Frank Lloyd Wright, Ayn Rand, and Armand Hammer.

Dr. Martinez-Lewi helps you to liberate yourself from draining personal and professional relationships with narcissists, guiding you toward regaining a sense of inner peace, balance, and well-being.