Surviving the Holiday Circus of Narcissists, Sociopaths & Pocket Watchers

Hosted by Criminologist Terrance Findley & Relationship Engineer Ryan Assi

The holidays are supposed to be about love, laughter, and connection—but for many people, it’s also the season where emotional manipulators, narcissists, and pocket watchers seem to come out of hibernation.
Before you pour another glass of eggnog, let’s talk about how to see through the masks and protect your peace this season.

These problematic people can appear in many forms—friends, family members, jealous coworkers, or subtle bullies. The goal is to recognize the different disguises these parasitic personalities wear and understand how they drain your energy, peace, and focus.

### 💔 What We’ll Cover:

• How narcissists and sociopaths use the holidays to re-enter your life or control the narrative.
• Recognizing “pocket watchers”—those who obsess over your finances, gifts, and lifestyle instead of your growth.
• The difference between fake connection and genuine intimacy (and why the holidays magnify both).
• Behavioral red flags that indicate you’re being emotionally profiled.
• Tools to maintain boundaries, clarity, and self-respect in family, dating, and social situations.

### 🧭 Why This Matters:

Manipulators thrive on distraction and sentimentality. Understanding their patterns not only helps you spot them—it empowers you to build stronger, more authentic connections with those who actually deserve your time and energy.

### 💬 Event Format:

• 45–60-minute presentation on real-world profiling and relationship best practices
• 60-95-minute open-floor Q&A + community discussion
• Optional post-event networking & Patreon chat latter in the week