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| Just Released Revised Third Edition You Were Warned!: Narcissism in the Era of Donald Trump
In a seismic shift that reverberated across the globe, President Trump's unexpected triumph in 2016 heralded a new chapter in American politics, one characterized by tumult and upheaval. Defying conventional norms and expectations at every turn, Donald Trump's presidency has confounded even his staunchest allies, leaving many grappling with how best to navigate the uncharted waters of his leadership.
From his unpolished rhetoric to his brazen flouting of convention, Trump's unapologetic approach has paradoxically endeared him to a fervent base of supporters, while eliciting alarm and apprehension from critics who fear the specter of unchecked power. As the ex-President wields his influence with an air of unpredictability, concerns mount that his authoritarian tendencies may herald a darker turn for the nation.
At the heart of this tumult lies the pervasive influence of narcissism, a theme expertly explored by Dr. Tom Singer who aptly describes Trump as “wielding the longest selfie stick in the world.” You Were Warned!: Narcissism in the Era of Donald Trump gathers a formidable ensemble of bestselling authors, mental health experts, and esteemed academics including Jean Shinoda Bolen, James Hollis and Tom Singer to dissect the pernicious grip of severe narcissism on individuals and societies alike.
In the crucible of unchecked narcissism, the stage is set for the rise of charismatic yet ruthless leaders who wield power without restraint, ensnaring entire nations in their web of influence. Those afflicted with narcissistic disorders brook no dissent, exacting swift and merciless retribution upon any who dare to challenge their carefully curated facade.
As the specter of authoritarianism looms large, the words of Alexis de Tocqueville echo with grim resonance: “Every country has the government it deserves.” Yet, in the face of adversity, we find solace in the wisdom of Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estés, who reminds us that “We were made for times like these,” beckoning us to rise above the tumult and seize control of our collective destiny.
In a world teetering on the brink of uncertainty, You Were Warned stands as a clarion call to vigilance, urging us to confront the shadows of narcissism that threaten to engulf our democracy and chart a course toward a brighter, more enlightened future. The stakes are high, the challenges daunting, but the time for action is now. Will we heed the warning, or succumb to the siren song of demagoguery? The choice is ours to make and the consequences are profound.
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Mind of State:
Conversations on the Psychological Conflicts Stirring U.S. Politics & Society
Drawn from the Mind of State podcast created by some of the co-authors and contributors to the New York Times bestseller, The Dangerous Case of Donald Trump, this compilation of conversations helps fit together the broken pieces of our American psycho-political jigsaw puzzle.
The Mind of State interviews are as relevant now as they were when Apple Podcasts featured the series as "New and Noteworthy" in 2019. These nuanced discussions offer insights and reflections from leading experts - on psychology, politics, race, religion, and more - to those of us struggling to make sense of our American political nonsense.
The book's chapters are divided into five sections that reveal persistent themes underlying our increasing distress, due to the interconnectedness of psychology and politics in the United States:
Why Truth Matters * Anxieties Of Race & Dominance * Acknowledging Death, Trauma & Loss * The Importance Of Myth In Politics * Democracy At Risk
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Edge of the Abyss: The Usefulness of Antichrist Terminology in the Era of Donald Trump
Academic discourse does not often reference the idea of antichrist, perhaps because it is seen as archaic or as too closely associated with religious fundamentalism. Robert Isaac Skidmore, a depth psychotherapist and an Orthodox priest, argues that antichrist, alongside its theological meaning, designates an aspect of our psychological, social, and political experience that becomes hazardous, especially when ignored or dismissed.
Seeing Donald Trump’s cultural and political influence as expressive of an archetypal pattern, Skidmore explores implications of taking the idea of antichrist seriously—in order to lift it toward conscious awareness and responsible use. Christian individuals are asked to reconsider the theological function of the notion of antichrist as a summons to self-scrutiny concerning their fidelity to truth. Readers, religious or not, are invited to awareness of antichrist’s archetypal contours, in order to appreciate its significance for the understanding of psychological and social phenomena and to better understand the implications of its use—including its potential benefits and hazards.
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