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Alda Sigmundsdóttir is an Icelandic-born writer, journalist and speaker. She is the author of several books about Iceland, on topics ranging from contemporary issues to mythology and ancient beliefs. She has travelled widely and given talks on Icelandic affairs, and is a regular commentator on those in the international media.

This episode specifically discusses her book, Daughter. This story unpacks Alda's experience growing up as the daughter of a narcissistic mother. We discuss the difference between overt and covert narcissism and then her own experience becoming a mother herself.

Catch up with Alda on Facebook or Instagram, or on her website aldasigmunds.com, where you can also sign up for her "Letter from Iceland" newsletter.

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Alda's book DAUGHTER

Alda also discussed Steven Kessler's book, The 5 Personality Patterns

*Pardon the sound on this episode as we were navigating recording remotely. ☺️*

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