If feelings could talk
If Feelings Could Talk is a podcast dedicated to helping you navigate life’s emotional ups and downs through mindfulness, self-compassion, and emotional wellness. Hosted by Karen Strober, a seasoned DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) therapist with over 20 years of experience, each episode provides practical tools, insightful discussions, and expert guidance to help you manage emotions in healthier ways. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, feeling overwhelmed, or looking to cultivate more inner kindness, this podcast is your go-to resource for real, compassionate conversations on how to live a more balanced and mindful life. Tune in weekly for strategies to help you embrace self-acceptance, manage stress, and find peace within yourself—one step at a time.
If feelings could talk
S1 E15 Understanding Narcissistic Personality Disorder & How DBT Can Help
In this episode, we take a grounded, therapeutic look at Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD)—what it is, what it isn’t, and how it often develops as a protective strategy rooted in early emotional wounds. Whether you're navigating a relationship with someone showing narcissistic traits or exploring your own patterns of emotional regulation, this conversation offers clarity and nuance.
We’ll also explore how Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) can help build skills like distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness—tools that are often missing or underdeveloped in narcissistic structures.
This episode offers:
- A clear, non-shaming explanation of NPD
- The difference between narcissistic traits vs. a full diagnosis
- How DBT skills can support both people living with NPD and those affected by it
- Practical tools to stay grounded, set boundaries, and stay connected to self