It's the final chapter of the Narc Playbook! This week we talk discard: what is it? when does it happen? what does it look like? Mentioned in the episode: "Manipulated" by H.G. Tudor Encouragement Corner: "I always thought there was something

ARE there two sides to every story?

Apr 5th, 2024 51m 41s

"There are two sides to every story" "It takes two to tango" "Nothing is ever black and white" These common colloquialisms are . . . well . . . common. But do they apply to abuse? ARE there actually two sides? Is a situation ever black and whit

The Narc Playbook - Devaluing

Mar 29th, 2024 1h 10m

Ready for another chapter of the Narc Playbook? This week we reflect on many of the strategies they use to Devalue their victims. From gaslighting to physical threats, body language to lies, we're sharing their playbook so others can be better

The Narc Playbook - Lovebombing

Mar 15th, 2024 40m 44s

Heather's flying solo on this episode to talk more in depth about lovebombing. What are the strategies narc's use to reel you in and keep you on the hook? How can you tell the difference between typical early relationship romance and the narc l

Faux Co-Parenting

Mar 8th, 2024 39m 21s

"Co"-Parenting with a narc just doesn't happen. Instead we faux co-parent. In this episode Heather & Antwan consider several of the factors that contribute to the challenges of faux co-parenting and provide some suggestions on ways to cope. Enc

how do you know you're being abused?

Feb 21st, 2024 1h 5m

It seems like a simple question with an easy answer, but in reality identifying abuse, especially covert abuse, can be extraordinarily difficult. Many people live with abuse for decades without knowing it. In this episode, Antwan & Heather begi

Telling Your Story

Feb 15th, 2024 1h 2m

It can be hard to know when to open up about your past. Who do you tell? When do you share with a new romantic interest? How much detail do you share? Antwan & Heather will talk through all the feelings, logistics, and questions of Telling Your

Antwan's Story

Feb 15th, 2024 54m 17s

It's Antwan's turn! Yes, men can be in abusive relationships with narcissists, too. Antwan shares his story of abuse and recovery in today's episode.

Heather's Story

Feb 15th, 2024 48m 22s

It's a launch! Welcome to our new podcast, Starting Stronger! First up, Heather Boorman-Morris will share her story of living with a narcissist and how she got out. To read her full story, with raw vulnerability, check out her book "A Thousand

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