The Wizard of Oz and Other Narcissists- Coping with the One-Way Relationship in Work- Love- and Fami Description:

The Wizard of Oz and Other Narcissists: Coping with the One-Way Relationship in Work, Love, and Family review:
5 stars (Light in the Darkness) - This overview of the dynamics between a "Narcissist" and a "Co" is validating to the confused "Co" who is invalidated and used only to be made wrong when he/she speaks up. The decriptions of the parts each one plays in the inevitable destruction is laid out in clear and concise tables. The fine-tuning of the difference between an "Overt" and a "Covert" Narc. is extremely helpful. Looking at 2 sides of the same "animal" makes it easier to respond and move into growth and health. I am greatly helped in my very long process of learning to love myself as I love my "Narcissists" in a way that is truely loving--to both and all in our lives. I have helped to create and maintain the monster. I have a sense of self that I must grow into too or I am a dependant who "uses" another to define and shape my life! This book hits the "spot!
5 stars (Gripping) - A powerfully realistic perspective of the many tragedies that result from narcisssim. This is a straight forward read that uses a variety of narritives to explain the spell binding nature of this syndrome. The authors objective informative approach to this subject makes this a must read for anyone who has been affected by this subject.
5 stars (Mirror Be Gone) - I read "The Wizard of Oz and Other Narcissists" after recognizing way too much of myself in the book "My Fractured Life". While it's a brilliant book, I'm not sure I would want people to see me like that and I'm afraid that they do - because I have been guilty of that because of Narcissistic Personality Disorder. "The Wizard of Oz and Other Narcissists" puts a lot in perspective for me and is helping me realize and hopefully change a lot. I'd rather enjoy "My Fractured Life" as an entertained reader than as an active participant looking in the mirror.