Episode 253: Slay the Bully with Rebecca Zung

Published: Feb. 8, 2024, 8 a.m.

b'This week\\u2019s episode explores the research behind narcissism and how it should inform the way victims should approach negotiation with them. My guest is none other than Rebecca Zung, a top 1 percent attorney in the nation and a globally recognized expert in narcissism negotiation. With two incredible books under her belt, including her new book \\u201cSlay the Bully: How to Negotiate with a Narcissist and Win,\\u201d and the acclaimed \\u201cNegotiate Like You Matter: The Surefire Way to Set Up and Win,\\u201d Rebecca\\u2019s insights are both profound and practical.\\nThis episode is packed with invaluable advice and strategies to empower you in dealing with narcissistic personalities.\\xa0Tune in and prepare to SLAY the bully and negotiate like you matter!\\nFeatured topics:\\n\\nRebecca talks about communication principles and strategies found in her book\\xa0SLAY the Bully (3:05)\\n\\nWe discuss how high-conflict personalities are formed, particularly with a focus on what the research has to say (7:28)\\n\\nYou cannot communicate with a narcissistic person like you can a rational or reasonable person (14:35)\\n\\nWhat causes the trauma bond between a person and a narcissistic partner (17:45)\\n\\nHow to approach a narcissist or high-conflict person when a trauma bond exists and the SLAY acronym: Strategy, Leverage, Anticipate, and You (24:59)\\n\\nA reminder to never JADE: Justify, Argue, Defend, or Explain (28:00)\\n\\n\\nLearn more about Rebecca Zung:\\nRebecca Zung is one of the Top 1% of attorneys in the nation, having been recognized by U.S. News as one of the Best Lawyers in America.\\xa0She\\u2019s also a globally recognized Narcissism Negotiation Expert (more than 40 MILLION VIEWS on YouTube in 3 years) and the creator of the SLAY\\xae negotiation method.\\xa0She is the author of TWO bestselling books, Negotiate Like You M.A.T.T.E.R.:\\xa0The Sure Fire Method to Step Up and Win (foreword by Robert Shapiro) and Breaking Free: A Step-by-Step Divorce Guide for Achieving Emotional, Physical, and Spiritual Freedom.\\nRebecca\\u2019s\\xa0perspectives are in high demand by television and print outlets, as she has been featured in or on Extra, Forbes, Huffington Post, Newsweek, Time, Dr. Drew, Ed Mylett\\u2019s Podcast among others.\\xa0Rebecca\\u2019s podcast, Negotiate Your Best Life is ranked in the top .5% of all podcasts globally.\\xa0She, along with In-N-Out Burger owner, Lynsi Snyder Ellingson, is also the founder of a 501c3, Slay Legal Aid, which provides legal aid to those in need.\\nResources & Links:\\nKate\\u2019s book \\u201cThe D Word\\nPhoenix Rising: A Divorce Empowerment Collective\\nRebecca\\u2019s website\\nRebecca\\u2019s book\\nRebecca on Instagram\\nGet Your Curated Podcast Playlist!\\nAnswer four easy questions and you\\u2019ll get a curated list of podcast episodes to best support you as you navigate these tricky waters.\\nI\\u2019ll also help you identify where you currently stand on this journey, and what\\u2019s ahead, with resources to help you move through this process with knowledge and grace.\\nGET IT HERE\\n\\nDISCLAIMER:\\xa0THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL OR PSYCHOLOGICAL ADVICE.\\xa0YOU SHOULD CONTACT AN ATTORNEY, COACH, OR THERAPIST IN YOUR STATE TO OBTAIN ADVICE WITH RESPECT TO ANY PARTICULAR ISSUE OR PROBLEM.'