<p>Susan Schwartz joins me on episode number 6 of the POINT5 Podcast.</p><p></p><p>Jungian analyst and author Susan Schwartz discusses the <strong>“as-if” personality</strong> and <strong>imposter syndrome</strong>, the lasting impact of <strong>father wounds</strong> on both daughters and sons, the challenges of <strong>narcissism and love</strong> in relationships, <strong>shadow seduction</strong>, and the powerful role of <strong>dreams</strong> in personal healing and transformation.</p><p>With over 100 presentations and podcasts to her name, we're lucky to have her on the podcast.</p><p></p><p>Follow Susan on her channels:</p><p>Website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.susanschwartzphd.com/">https://www.susanschwartzphd.com/</a></p><p>Instagram: @susanschwartzphd</p><p>Facebook &amp; LinkedIn: susanschwartzphd</p><p></p><p>Her books (available on Amazon and Routledge):</p><ul><li><em>The Absent Father Effect on Daughters: Father Desire, Father Wounds</em> (2020)</li><li><em>Imposter Syndrome and the ‘As-If’ Personality: The Fragility of the Self</em> (2023)</li><li><em>A Jungian Exploration of the Puella Archetype: Girl Unfolding</em> (2024)</li><li><em>An Analytical Exploration of Love and Narcissism: The Tragedy of Isolation and Intimacy</em> (2025)</li><li><em>Missing Fathers, Yearning Sons: An Analysis of the Father-Son Dynamic</em> (2026)</li></ul><p></p><p>Video available on YouTube at POINT5 Podcast.</p><p>All links, and more, available on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Point5Podcast.com">Point5Podcast.com</a></p><p></p><p><strong>#6: Susan Schwartz</strong></p><p>POINT5 Podcast</p><p></p><p>Episode Number: 6</p><p>Guest Name: Susan Schwartz</p><p>Recording Date: 2026-04-01</p><p>Publish Date: 2026-04-01</p><p>Recording Location: COLLABÜRO Coworking</p><p>Video Available?: True</p>