Valerie Bertinelli says she now watches for narcissism 'red flags' in men

Key Points:

• Valerie Bertinelli revealed on her "Getting Naked" podcast that she now actively looks for narcissism "red flags" in men, reflecting on past relationships where she unknowingly dealt with narcissistic partners.
• Bertinelli described how she abandoned herself in these relationships, trying to make her partners happy at the expense of her own well-being, and shared insights from psychologist Dr. Ramani Durvasula on narcissistic traits such as low empathy, manipulation, and control.
• She discussed the emotional abuse she experienced, including being called "fat and lazy" by her ex-husband Tom Vitale, whom she labeled a narcissist, and emphasized the importance of recognizing and avoiding narcissistic behaviors to protect oneself.
• Bertinelli admitted to being "really scared" of dating after her recent breakup and divorce, highlighting her journey toward self-empowerment and learning to reject intolerable behavior.
• The actress also touched on the complexities of her recent relationship with writer Mike Goodnough, who publicly accused her of emotional hostility following their split.