Deconstructing Narcissism: True Sympathy for "The Devil"

by Matt Socha

Overview

Despite what many have considered to be a rise in the frequency of the narcissistic personality type in modern times, the causes of this personality disorder still elude many within the psychological, holistic, and scientific communities.

"Deconstructing Narcissism" attempts to detail the typical childhood origin conditions which contribute to the manifestation of the malignantly narcissistic personality type - namely, a history of being spoiled and/or neglected while being raised.

In Part I of "Deconstructing Narcissism," the origins of hallmark narcissistic traits such as a lack of empathy, a lack of remorse, and a need to control are explored and examined. By doing so, the reader will finally gain understanding into the "mindset" behind the behaviors associated with this type of personality disorder and perhaps even compassion.

Part II examines the effects this sort of character profile has on the real world. Here, both microscopic and macroscopic effects are observed, from the prototypical abusive parental figure at the helm of a dysfunctional family to Judeo-Christian god "Yahweh" and his Hebraic progeny religions. Part II concludes by challenging the reader's potential to perceive such personality disorders as "evil," allowing the reader a genuine opportunity to feel sympathy for "the Devil."

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798765582947
Publisher:	Barnes & Noble Press
Publication date:	06/18/2022
Pages:	282
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.75(d)

About the Author

Matt Socha is the author of "The Toxic States of America" and the three-part THE WHEEL series. his first work of fiction.

His first book is a socio-cultural commentary examining dysfunctional organizations of various sizes and the various negative effects they can have on their members. His second delves deeper into the personality type typically at the helm of such organizations, that of malignant narcissism.

His impetus for writing both works emerged after working for a number of dysfunctional organizations, all of which resulted in some sort of catastrophe. After noticing the same trends were apparent at the national level, he wrote the first book. After determining the common denominator to be malignant narcissism, he wrote the second.

Since it is both easier and more entertaining to learn by illustration, Socha decided the next step would be to create a fictional work incorporating the content of his two previous book. Socha was further inspired to write THE WHEEL series after researching a now-extinct group of Christians known as the Cathars. During this time, he also stumbled across literature pertaining to the End Times as depicted amongst various religious denominations. The stories behind both, he came to realize, would made an excellent backstory to examine deeper truths into human nature, behavior, and psychology. His previous two works of non-fiction heavily influenced the contents of THE WHEEL series.

Also influencing Socha's non-fiction works and first trilogy is George Orwell's "1984" and "Animal Farm" along with elements from the Book of Enoch and various texts commonly referred to as the "Gnostic Gospels." Some readers will also notice allusions to the works of Arthur C. Clarke and Stanley Kubrick.

Socha was born and raised in the United States. A former biochemist, Farmer also has extensive experience in management, acting, and design. Having a keen interest in psychology, he is also an independent researcher who has delved into broadening his understanding of various religions (both present and past), secret societies, and various world governments.