Dr. Romany begins the discussion on consequences and their impact on behavior.

• Consequences follow a behavior and determine its likelihood of repetition.
• The focus is on consequences that matter to a narcissistic person.

Exploration of what consequences are meaningful to narcissistic individuals.

• Narcissistic people may not change easily, but their behavior can be shaped.
• Consequences that matter to them revolve around narcissistic supply like praise and admiration.

Explanation of how positive reinforcement works in shaping behavior.

• Rewarding behavior through positive reinforcement encourages repetition of the behavior.
• Examples include extra pay for work, frequent flyer perks, and praise for simple tasks.

Discussion on rewards that are effective for narcissistic individuals.

• For narcissistic individuals, rewards equate to narcissistic supply such as validation and status.
• Supply can be in the form of praise, attention to achievements, or association with VIPs.

Understanding punishment as a consequence and its effectiveness.

• Punishment involves aversive actions to deter behavior.
• It is less effective than positive reinforcement but can be impactful if meaningful enough.

Strategies for dealing with problematic narcissistic behavior.

• There may be a need to manage relationships with narcissistic people by shaping their behavior.
• This involves understanding and leveraging what is meaningful to them.

Identifying the types of rewards that motivate narcissistic individuals.

• Narcissistic supply in the form of validation, admiration, and status are powerful motivators.
• Rewards can also include high-status items or experiences that boost their sense of superiority.

The concept of 'dark rewards' and their impact on narcissistic behavior.

• Narcissistic supply can also come from negative behaviors like dominance and manipulation.
• Understanding these can help in managing the relationship with a narcissistic person.

Approaches to discourage unwanted behaviors from narcissistic individuals.

• To stop unwanted behaviors, utilize consequences that remove narcissistic supply.
• Techniques like gray rock minimize engagement and reduce their supply.

The inevitable consequence of aging and its effects on narcissistic individuals.

• Aging results in loss of power and control, which are significant consequences for narcissists.
• This natural process affects their supply and can be unsettling for them.

Summing up the discussion on consequences and their role in dealing with narcissism.

• Consequences that affect narcissistic supply are the most meaningful to narcissists.
• Withdrawing supply can be an effective strategy, and the ultimate win is disengagement.