​Heal Play Love University- Low Frustration Tolerance and Cognitive Distortions in the Narcissist
 
Narcissism - Low Frustration Tolerance and Cognitive Distortions in the Narcissist

Low Frustration Tolerance is the inability to handle being even mildly upset.
Cognitive Distortions are ideas or thoughts that are faulty- they don't align with reality. The normal ups and downs of daily existence can put a burden on the Narcissist’s emotional regulation skill set.
 
Frustration tolerance is based in a faulty belief system, such as “I should always be comfortable,” “My life should be easy,” “Other people should meet my needs,” “I shouldn’t have to handle disappointment,” and so forth. (Sound familiar?) If it does, don't argue, name call or yell. Keep your cool and use a good communication technique that validates his or her feelings and puts a rational perspective on the issue.

Narcissistic Abuse- While I advocate for a different look at Narcissism, I do not condone abuse. If you are being abused by a Narcissist - or anyone, for that matter, get out when it is safe and seek the help of a qualified professional!
Flashlighting is an attitude and response to gaslighting and other tactics of Narcissism. It's when you step out of the dark and start working toward change!
 
Heal Play Love University (formerly Can We Talk) is a therapy channel on youtube where we discuss, well... therapy stuff. Licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), Director & Clinical Supervisor, Melinda Haynes will discuss random topics and answer questions.
 
Melinda Haynes, MA, LMFT lic no 102308 Author and Instructor for the first online National Supervised Visitation Monitor Certification, a training course for future providers of court-ordered visitation https://www.supervisedvisitationtraining.com/  
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Heal Play Love University (formerly 'Can We Talk?') is a youtube channel dedicated to psychology, therapy, relationships, healthy living, well-being and the like.
 
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