The 5 Love Languages of the NarcissistThe 5 Love Languages of the Narcissist
SNAP: Survivors of Narcissistic & Abusive Personalities
Mandy Friedman LPCC-S explains how narcissists use the five love languages to manipulate and control in abusive relationships.
17:35•4 Nov 2021
Decoding the Narcissist's Playbook: The 5 Love Languages
“Gaslighting when that happens, when you're being gaslighted all the time, it winds up really screwing with your head and it can cause cognitive dissonance to a great degree.”
Ever wondered how narcissists use love to manipulate and control? In this episode of SNAP, Mandy Friedman LPCC-S, a seasoned counselor and trauma expert, breaks down the five love languages—words of affirmation, gifts, acts of service, physical touch, and quality time—from the perspective of a narcissist. Through her educational program SNAP, Mandy helps survivors and their loved ones understand the insidious tactics used in abusive relationships.
She sheds light on how gaslighting, coercive control, and triangulation are employed to create confusion and dependency. Mandy's insights offer a roadmap for recognizing these behaviors and reclaiming your life. If you're seeking clarity and a path to recovery from narcissistic abuse, this episode is a must-listen.

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