Valerie Bertinelli discusses narcissism red flags in relationships and fears dating on podcast
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Updated · Fox News · Apr 26
Valerie Bertinelli discusses narcissism red flags in relationships and fears dating on podcast
11 articles · Updated · Fox News · Apr 26
On her "Getting Naked" podcast with psychologist Dr. Ramani Durvasula, Bertinelli, 66, shared that she now actively avoids dating after recognizing narcissistic patterns in past relationships.
She described emotional manipulation, isolation, and self-abandonment in previous relationships, noting her recent breakup with writer Mike Goodnough and divorce from Tom Vitale as pivotal experiences.
Bertinelli emphasized learning to identify narcissistic behaviors, drawing from her memoir and therapy, and hopes her openness will help others avoid similar toxic dynamics and prioritize self-worth.
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