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Narcissist Apocalypse is a Purple Ribbon Award-winning storytelling podcast that amplifies the voices of those who have experienced narcissistic abuse, coercive control, emotional abuse, domestic violence, family relationship abuse, and relationship trauma. Our guests share their stories of abuse survival, providing a source of validation, education, inspiration, and hope for those going through similar experiences. Join us and discover how you, too, can overcome the narcissist apocalypse.
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Psychotherapist and Coach, Torie Wiksell, is no stranger to talking about challenging and dysfunctional family dynamics. In addition to specializing in working with the adult children of parents with borderline and narcissistic personality disorders as both a therapist and coach, Torie grew up with a mother who had an unmanaged personality disorder. Torie has spent a significant portion of her 12 year career as a therapist working with clients with personality disorders, their partners, and ...
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Call of the Father is intended to encourage men to open their heart space in order to heal and grow into full acceptance of themselves. As we learn accountability for our belief systems we also become more loving, accepting, compassionate and desirable as fathers, friends, leaders and lovers. This podcast features raw, authentic conversations and stories about a journey of Personal Growth.
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A Life, Folded

Lainey Cathan

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Welcome to a space of safety, acceptance, and understanding. Where we frankly dialogue about the harmful effects of pornography, betrayal trauma, and narcissistic emotional abuse. We’ll explore reclaiming your core self by more thoroughly understanding these heartbreakingly complex interpersonal situations, no matter your relationship status. You are not alone in your pain, shame, and disbelief about a reality that can feel like a living nightmare. You might have thought you had a near-perfe ...
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Welcome to the Narcissist Survivor Society—a safe space dedicated to healing, empowerment, and transformation after narcissistic abuse. Each episode delves into personal stories, expert insights, and practical strategies to help you reclaim your life and rebuild your self-worth. Whether you're taking your first steps toward recovery or supporting a loved one on their journey, our community is here to guide you. Join us as we navigate the path to healing together, breaking the chains of the p ...
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Modern Masculinity

Hector Santiesteban

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"Modern Masculinity" is a podcast that explores the real-life challenges that men face today. Whether it's balancing work and family, figuring out how to be a good husband or father, or just trying to make sense of the world - this show is for guys looking for practical, down-to-earth advice and guidance. The podcast discusses the struggles and triumphs of modern manhood and features interviews with men (and women) who can share their methods and mindsets to maneuver the world as a modern man.
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Navigating the emotional and legal challenges of parental alienation and high-conflict family dynamics, the Fractured Families Podcast provides a safe space for parents to share their stories, seek guidance, and find solidarity. Hosted by advocates passionate about children’s rights and family restoration, we dive deep into the untold realities of custody battles, false allegations, and the psychological toll of being alienated from your loved ones. Through heartfelt interviews, expert advic ...
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Sex, Drugs, and Jesus

De'Vannon Seráphino

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Sex, Drugs, and Jesus embraces taboo topics and shares stories about surviving the social outskirts. De'Vannon has had a long journey of self-discovery including being kicked out of his church for his sexuality, serving in the military during “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,” becoming a drug dealer and convict, contracting HIV and HEP B, being homeless, and ultimately rising from the social outskirts to become a healthy and insightful entrepreneur. Join De'Vannon as he interviews authors, podcasters ...
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Curtieecool's Podcasts Dealing with A Narcissistic Adopted Grandmother Patricia Robinson out in Moreno Valley, CA. TELLING MY LIFETIME TRUE STORY, all about an adopted grandmother, how she abused the baby's mother, my daughter, me as the father, and how this narcissist adopted Grandmother Patricia Robinson out in Moreno Valley, CA abused the system and how she run and hide out all over California scamming the system, I talk about the true meaning of a real true father who wanted to be a fath ...
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Pod Therapy

PodTherapy

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An explicit comedy and mental health question & answer show with real therapists. Balanced with equal parts irreverent humor and compassionate sincerity, Pod Therapy answers real people's questions about life, love, mental health, health and everything else every week. Ask your questions anonymously and read our show disclaimers at www.PodTherapy.net.
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This is the podcast of the Inner Integration YouTube channel, where you can learn the mindsets and tools to self-heal after toxic relationships with psychopaths, narcissists and other manipulators. Your host is Meredith Miller, coach, creator of Inner Integration and author of THE JOURNEY: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic Abuse.
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Dalai Momma

Alexis Scarbrough

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Survivor of Cluster B parenting, narcissistic abuse, and domestic violence; I'm sharing my path of healing from below ground zero to healthy. Mother to 8 now parenting and unschooling solo, dangling on the US government's purse strings. Religious Cult survivor, now, I'm parenting with love and consequences, not punishment and reward. I believe mental illnesses are preventing evolution. I create this podcast with all my passion. To anyone suffering Religious Trauma, Mother &/or Father Wounds, ...
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Gregory Struve, MA, LPC, SEP, and Owner of Granite Mountain Behavioral Healthcare, a substance use disorder facility in Prescott, joins Cast11 host Elicia Morigeau to discuss the intricacies of our brain, actions, behavior, and emotions through all of life's challenges.
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Exhausted by High-Conflict Co-Parenting? Let’s Find Peace Together. We help coparents dealing with toxic communication and challenging co-parents to cope. You can't change your coparent, but you can change your relationship. Reclaim the power that's within you! What You’ll Learn by Listening: Practical advice for dealing with narcissistic co-parents and managing the emotional toll of high-conflict co-parenting. Expert insights for fostering peaceful co-parenting, addressing co-parenting anxi ...
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This serves as a memoir of my family, and how narcissism impacts lives. My narcissist father passed away on October 10th, 2021. My father was wild and lived life on his own terms. His death set off a new chain reaction of bizarre but not unsurprising events that are currently in motion. Our story includes, bigamy, lies, potential murder, fraud, death, addiction, destruction, but also humor and healing. Despite all the chaos and pain, we loved my father deeply. There is a long and complex his ...
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A Date With Darkness Podcast

Dr. Natalie Jones, PsyD, LPCC

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A Date With Darkness podcast discusses the impact of narcissistic abuse and other relationship wounds on your well-being. This podcast provides tips for breaking free from relationships with narcissists and other unhealthy relationship patterns so that you can begin your healing journey, reclaim your independence and sanity, feel confident and know your worth, break toxic cycles, and create the healthy loving relationships that you deserve.
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Welcome to The Post-Narc Life Podcast! Join me, your host, a certified Life Coach and Narcissism specialist to clean up all your narc drama so you can unleash your inner genius and call into your life the things you have always wanted. My clients manifest their dreams. Build a business, make money, find your healthy person, break generational cycles, and so much more. The narcissist in your life is not a problem, in fact they're gonna make you so rich. Episodes for the Survivor, The Dreamer, ...
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We all have to deal with narcissists. Now, it’s time to heal from them. In this groundbreaking series, clinical psychologist and world’s leading expert on narcissism Dr. Ramani Durvasula talks to survivors and experts to help millions left reeling from narcissistic abuse. The powerful, transformative conversations on Navigating Narcissism break down classic narcissistic patterns like manipulation, control, gaslighting, and love bombing and help unpack feelings of betrayal, shame, confusion, ...
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Healing Childhood Trauma

Lizandra Leigertwood

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Welcome to Healing Childhood Trauma for Millennial Women where healing meets growth. The podcast where we deep dive into healing from the past, overcoming high functioning anxiety and attachment to have better relationships with ourselves and others. I'm Lizandra Leigertwood, a psychotherapist and relationship therapist who specialises in childhood trauma in adults helping you to transform the relationship you have with yourself and others. I share the in and outs of being able to let go peo ...
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A former BBC telecaster volunteered to read this hilarious, absurdist comedy novel written by a mysterious unknown author. We are releasing this gem of a novel Mortimer in the style of a radio serial (28 episodes!). Set in the 1920s, Mortimer Ascariot, an elephantine misanthrope who builds bottle boats, takes meticulous care of his lapel, and dallies on the fringe of reality and fantasy. The novel is set in a pretty little port called Georgetown, South Carolina at the start of the prohibitio ...
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This PODCAST is for women in christian marriages within and outside of the church that is silently being abused by their ordained, titled and masked up partners, who are Narcissists. This PODCAST is for that woman that feels; that altho they have come out of that; or maybe they are still in that; or about to come out of that ... they know that there is still more to their story; it’s not the end; but only the beginning for them On this PODCAST, I will also share with you my testimony and how ...
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Time Out with Troyce is a podcast & web show produced and created by Troyce. The Podcast offers News coverage,Uncensored commentary on viral subjects & more hosted by youtube star, Journalist and media personality Destin Troyce AKA Troyce . Viewers discretion is advised .
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The Codependent Perfectionist is a series on the dynamics of codependency and perfectionism. Alana self identifies as the Codependent Perfectionist, giving you a mix of psychoeducation and anecdotes from her own work as a therapist to understand how these issues play out in everyday life. Contact Alana: [email protected], alanacarvalho.com or following on Instagram thecodependentperfectionist for any questions or comments!
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Mom's No Expert Podcast

Irmari Rosario Ortiz

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Mom’s No Expert is a podcast created for you, the mom who’s not so traditional, who’s almost on time, who’s had to explain where babies come from to their pre-teen and the mom who’s on the struggle bus. Come join your host Irmari Rosario Ortiz every week as she shares stories, failures, the good, the bad and the ugly and also some tips and tricks of momhood. Take a journey to self discovery.
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Welcome to Season 2 of "Talking SASSI About Abuse: Amplifying EVERYONE's Voices" Get ready for a season that’s more real, more raw, and more truthful about what goes on behind closed doors. This season, I’m sharing harrowing stories from myself and our courageous guests, diving deep into the unfiltered realities of abuse, domestic violence, and toxic relationships. Our podcast is a sanctuary for anyone seeking understanding, empowerment, and healing. We explore the Three Stages of Abuse, the ...
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What happens when a father’s love comes with invisible strings? In this episode, I dive into the hidden dynamics of covert narcissistic fathers—the ones who never yell, never hit, but control through silent treatment, guilt, and quiet punishment. If you grew up feeling like your worth was tied to achievements, if you feared disappointing a parent w…
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In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon aka Chad talks with Simon about growing up with an emotionally stunted narcissistic father. It's a story of fear, identity issues, low self everything, and family adoption secrets. Plus they discuss, alcoholism, rage, anger, learned helplessness, adhd, scapegoats, nature vs. nurture, emptiness, pare…
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Does your internal monologue ever sound like, "I'll never get better," "I'll never have the life I want," "I'll never fall in love"? Then this one's for you, baby! Learned helplessness is when we learn (often in abusive households growing up) that we don't have any control over the harm being done to us, so we just stop trying. We basically learn t…
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Bobcast! Dr Kirk and Bob answer patron emails. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattle Email: https://www.psychologyinseattle.c…
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Fatherhood today comes with unique challenges—especially in a world dominated by screens, shifting gender roles, and the increasing struggles of young men. In this episode, Tom Bresnahan, a former Hollywood actor turned mentor and therapist, shares his journey from entertainment to empowering teenage boys. He discusses the impact of technology on y…
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In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Lucy about her marriage to a water torturing abuser. Lucy lived in a religious bubble and met her future husband when she was 13. She learned that anything could be worked out with enough prayer, that people could change if you gave them enough time, and that her body was for her husband.…
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In this powerful Part Two of the two-part series with Dr. Anthony Mazzella and Renee Swanson, we shift perspectives. In part one, we discussed the adult child uncovering a covert narcissistic parent, and this is featured on The Narcissism Decoder. Now we shift to the parent who realizes their adult child exhibits covert narcissistic behaviors. Dr. …
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This week the crew answers questions from an EMT who is burned out at her job, a fellow Kentucky Colonel who is looking to change careers, and a patient who's therapist is recovering from a very serious illness. If you are an Apple user please rate us! If you are a Spotify user, please rate us! Submit a question to the show! Help us reach #1 on Goo…
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Welcome to the second episode of the series “The Lost Episodes”. Join us for an enlightening episode featuring the wonderful Dr. Diane Poole Heller. With her warm and positive energy, Dr. Heller delves into trauma resolution and attachment theories, shedding light on how early family dynamics shape our attachment styles. Learn about the importance …
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Send us a text Summary: This episode of Fractured Family Podcast features Jayme Goldenbeld, a mother who has been alienated from her two children after a high-conflict divorce. She shares her painful journey of losing contact with her children due to manipulation, false narratives, and legal struggles. Jayme discusses the emotional toll of parental…
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[Rerun] Dr. Kirk discusses past and present theory regarding grief and loss. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattle Email: htt…
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In this episode we explore the root cause of an insecure attachment and father wounds in daughters. Attachment is often related to romantic relationships but the patterns of abandonment and rejection are often much deeper. As a therapist that works with childhood relational trauma, psychotherapist Lizandra offers insights from clinical practice and…
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Dr Kirk and Collin Miller review movies from 2024. 00:00 Calling in with Collin Miller 00:35 Second place films 24:11 Most controversial rankings 59:14 Movies at the bottom of the list 1:21:44 5 stars 1:27:11 6 stars 1:28:50 AI in films 1:42:21 7 stars 1:51:57 8 stars 2:04:24 Dr. Kirk's Number 1 2:07:25 Collin's Top 15 2:21:44 Collin's Number 1 2:2…
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[Rerun] Dr. Kirk discusses past and present theory regarding grief and loss. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattle Email: htt…
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Most people think about grief in connection with death, and certainly there is much to grieve when we lose someone. But when I found out that my decades-long marriage was a sham, I was plunged into the darkest, and most long lasting, grief of my life. Yet, people did not understand what I was experiencing and why. Once again, I felt different and o…
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After a year of running Confident Boundaries alongside my therapy practice, I’m reflecting on the journey—what worked, what didn’t, and how I’ve evolved my approach to supporting adult children of BPD and NPD parents. Expanding beyond therapy has allowed me to help more people through coaching, community, and this podcast. And, in this episode I sh…
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Bobcast! Dr Kirk and Bob answer patron emails. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Eagles Super Bowl win 02:35 Can clients question their therapist? 33:08 Dr. Kirk's pet peeve of discernment counseling 40:02 Is eye contact in therapy important? 43:44 Am I a…
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In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse Q&A, Brandon Chadwick and Dr. Nicole Bedera discuss domestic violence and the ethics of true crime. They emphasize the importance of centering victims, avoiding re-traumatization, and ensuring stories benefit victims. Dr. Bedera highlights the need for trauma-informed approaches and the dangers of creating a…
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In this episode, Renee Swanson discusses the challenges of dealing with circular conversations with covert narcissists. She explains how these conversations can trap individuals in a cycle of emotional manipulation and coercive control. Renee provides strategies for disengaging from these conversations, setting boundaries, and reclaiming personal s…
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Beverly Engel, LMFT and I discuss her upcoming book "Put Your Past in the Past". We discuss why you repeat cycles and behaviors in your relationship, dissociation, triggers, themes around sexual abuse, and how to stop repeating patterns. To purchase Beverly Engel's book, visit here Watch the video podcast on Youtube: A Date With Darkness Email ques…
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In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Annapurna shares the story of her abusive relationship that started off like a fairy tale come true. Annapurna was swept off her feet, taken on trips, and seen for all her hard work. She was living a dream. However, after an argument that turned physical, nothing was ever the same again. Annapurna's ex morp…
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Dr Kirk and Humberto respond to patrons and member emails. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Kink pressure 19:40 What songs accurately depict love? 34:58 Alignment chart and shopping carts 45:10 "Pedo" guy 47:5 Expressing shame in Spanish Become a member:…
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Send us a text INTRODUCTION: Part 2 recounts our host’s experiences with spiritual warfare at nightclubs. He describes encounters with an individual attempting to control his actions and warns about subtle forms of manipulation. The narrative includes vivid descriptions of spiritual battles with witches, wizards, and dark forces prevalent in these …
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What happens when the very dynamics that shaped your childhood follow you into adulthood—into your marriage, friendships, and even your career? In this episode, Mindy shares her eye-opening realization that she married a version of her narcissistic mother and how her upbringing with both a covert narcissistic mom and an abusive father left her trap…
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This week we answer questions on how neurodivergent people grieve differently, dealing with an intrusive and critical mother, and when to seek emergency mental health care. If you are an Apple user please rate us! If you are a Spotify user, please rate us! Submit a question to the show! Help us reach #1 on Goodpods! Listen ad-free, get the show a d…
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Welcome to the first episode of the series “The Lost Episodes”. In this insightful episode, we explore the profound impact of absent fathers on daughters, touching on both conscious and unconscious effects. Susan Schwartz, PhD eloquently unpacks how absence manifests in various aspects of life. Watch the video podcast on Youtube: A Date With Darkne…
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Send us a text Episode Summary: In this deeply emotional episode of Fractured Families Podcast, host Charity speaks with Rob Buswell, a father from Ireland who endured years of wrongful abuse allegations and the devastating loss of his relationship with his daughters. Rob shares his journey through fear, isolation, and the slow unraveling of truth,…
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[Rerun] Dr. Kirk Honda talks about how to counsel men. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattle Email: https://www.psychologyins…
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Send us a text INTRODUCTION: In this powerful and transformative episode of the Sex, Drugs, and Jesus podcast, host De’Vannon Seráphino shares a deeply personal and spiritual experience he had recently. He recounts being visited by Archangel Michael and the Holy Trinity, detailing their interactions, messages, and the cosmic insights they imparted.…
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In this conversation, Dr. Don Gordon, founder and the Executive Director of The Center for Divorce Education, discusses the complexities of co-parenting, particularly in the context of divorce. He highlights the importance of understanding loyalty conflicts, the impact of parental behaviors on children, and effective communication strategies for co…
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Join psychotherapist and relationship therapist Lizandra for this real talk episode that unpacks red flags in relationships and dating. Do you ignore the early warning signs in relationships? Ever wish you could have spotted the signs of a toxic relationship early on? In this episode you'll discover how we repeat relationship patterns we've learned…
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Dr Kirk Honda responds to patrons and member emails. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Was he a pedophile or just immature? 21:37 Does Dr. Kirk validate falsehoods? 32:50 Where does Dr. Kirk draw the line? 36:39 AI Psychologists Become a member: https://w…
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As the adult children of a parent with narcissistic or borderline personality disorder, becoming parents ourselves brings up a whole new set of challenges—especially when it comes to navigating the grandparent-grandchild relationship. In this episode, I dive into the emotional complexities of setting boundaries with toxic parents while trying to br…
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[Rerun] Dr. Kirk Honda talks about repressed memories and the new Netflix documentary, The Keepers. (Intro) This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com…
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It is an excuse we have all heard often. When a partner is caught cheating by using porn, the initial refrain is usually something to the effect of, "What's the big deal? It has nothing to do with my feelings toward you. All men do it. It's just a way of blowing off steam." Then, the gaslighting goes on, "Men are far more visual than women. So, you…
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Dr Kirk Honda rants and rages about climate change. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Does Dr. Kirk think that climate change is hopeless? 21:09 Predicted impacts of climate change 55:01 Lying & individual impact 1:05:23 Dr. Kirk's climate summary & hope …
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In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Maeva shares her story of surviving emotional, physical, and sexual abuse at the hands of her narcissistic partner. Very quickly, the physical abuse began and Maeva was in survival mode. Maeva lived in confusion about what was going on. She became isolated, manipulated, and gaslit into staying silent. Maeva…
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Have you ever walked away from a conversation feeling drained, confused, or even doubting yourself? Do you feel like every attempt at connection turns into an argument, a guilt trip, or complete silence? You’re not alone. Talking to a covert narcissist isn’t like talking to anyone else. Simple, everyday questions—What do you want for dinner? How wa…
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After a sexual assault, you often spiral into a hole you feel you'll never come out of. In this episode, Rima writes in to ask for help with the feeling that she will be never the person she was before she was assaulted. For clarity's sake, the phrase "sexual assault" is an umbrella term that applies to many experiences, including but not limited t…
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In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse Q&A, Brandon discusses Lundy Bancroft's early warning signs of an abuser and is the way you’re being treated abuse. Plus he discusses the cycle of abuse, patterns of abuse, gaslighting, triangulation, jealousy, intimidation, control, sexual coercion, hypocrisy, blame shifting, devaluation, and much more. ***…
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