Narcissism

Many people have the tormenting feeling of living in an inner prison: They do not feel truly free and comfortable in their own skins. In their despair, they expend a great deal of energy in trying to find themselves or realize their full potential. This effort usually involves seeking a solution to the problem with inappropriate means, which actually increases their lack of freedom.

This book is primarily targeted at those who are afflicted by narcissism. It describes the origin, development, and possibilities for healing narcissism.



Heinz-Peter Röhr practiced psychotherapy at a clinic for substance abuse treatment in Bad Fredeburg, Germany, for more than thirty years. He is the author of numerous long-selling self-help titles, and his books have been translated into many languages. For further information, please visit the author's Website.



Foreword

The Iron Stove (Grimm's Complete Fairy Tales, No. 127)

Introduction

In the Days When Wishing Was Still of Some Use

Deprivation of Feelings

Escape into a Relationship

Two People Magically Attract Each Other

The Courage of Despair

Glass Mountains and Cutting Swords

The Search for the Beloved

The Unloved Parts of the Self

The Three Needles and the Glass Mountain

The Trip Across the Lake or Remembering

In the Castle of Inauthentic Feelings or The False Self

Awakened to Love

The Trip Back to the Personal Kingdom

The Journey Across the Lake or The Spiritual Rebirth

Two Kingdoms or The True Self

The Redemption of the King's Daughter or Feminine Narcissism

Peace with the Parents

Appendix

The Narcissistic Society

Interactions with Iron Stove People in the Workplace

The Feelings Tree – A Model

A Brief Overview of the Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD)