Self-Loathing in the Narcissistic Self: When the Mask Cracks

In this episode of Recovery for the Narcissist , Dr. Eric Perry explores the hidden emotional engine beneath narcissistic defenses: self-loathing. This episode examines how deep internal shame, formed early in life and carried silently into adulthood, shapes emotional reactions, relational patterns, and the need to maintain a polished exterior at all times. Dr. Perry explains how this inner…