Narcissism Explained

“You’re not taking my babies from me!” How Jessica Kent Escaped Abuse

(Trigger Warning: This episode contains graphic descriptions of abuse.) This week, Jessica Kent, a wildly popular social media figure, joins me to share her story of escaping abuse. Jessica reveals how covert narcissistic abuse can go from subtle to violent, especially when victims leave the relationship. Jessica Kent is best known for prison reform advocacy. To learn more about her and her work: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JessicaKent Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesken12/…

Why I’d Snoop Again: How this Toxic Behavior Sometimes Provides Closure and Safety

Is it ever okay to go through your partner’s phone? I’ve been guilty of snooping and might consider doing it again. Narcissists and toxic personalities are masters at creating ambiguity. My ex used to readily offer me his credit card after we first started dating. He’d send photos of broken machinery and take me on company runs, all as a way to build trust so that I couldn’t tell real company crises from manufactured ones. I later learned he’d created this elaborate ruse to hide a double l…

I Think My Pet is Being Hurt! The Danger Narcissists Pose to Our Animals

An all-too-common problem is narcissists and pets. Toxic people often pose a serious danger to our beloved animals. In this podcast, Lisa Sonni and Dr. Kerry discuss the relationship toxic people often have with their family pets. Narcissists will often shower animals with love and attention only to harm the pets in private. The self-help tip includes some important boundaries to consider when beginning a relationship with someone new. Submit your question to be answered on air here! Res…

Am I The Narcissist? When Toxic People Accuse You of Being The Problem

Have you ever wondered, “Am I the narcissist?” Have you been accused of being the problem? In this podcast episode, Rossana Faye joins me to discuss how to know who’s creating the chaos. Narcissists are notorious for never seeing themselves as the root cause, but how do we know that the issue isn’t us? And the self-help tip is how to use your history to identify dysfunctional relationship patterns. Submit your question to be answered on air here! Resources ReclaimYou: D…

What’s wrong with me? The Power of Gaslighting to Confuse and Control: Interview with Dr. Robin Stern

Have you wondered what’s wrong with me? This could be a sign of gaslighting. Dr. Robin Stern, psychoanalyst, author, and expert on gaslighting, joins me to discuss the underlying dynamics of a toxic or narcissistic relationship. She delves into the hidden motivations of both the gaslighter as well as the gaslightee. •Learn more about Dr. Stern •The Gaslight Effect Podcast •My Interview with Dr. Stern on The Gaslight Effect Podcast •The Gaslight Effect book Submit your question to be a…

Could Your Relationship be Making You Sick? The High Cost of Living With a Narcissist

Could living with a narcissist be making you sick? Are you struggling with more illnesses? Maybe you even have an autoimmune disease. In this podcast episode, Tara Blair Ball and Lisa Sonni discuss the invisible impact of living with a narcissist on our health. Learn how narcissists and other toxic people not only sabotage our self-care but also impact our physical and mental health. Resources: The Body Keeps the Score by Dr. Bessel Van Der Kolk- https://amzn.to/3Sh06nc Submit your quest…

Don’t Trust Yourself? How Self-Doubt Keeps Us Stuck in a Bad Relationship

Are you stuck in a bad relationship? Are you wondering if you have good enough reasons enough to leave? In this podcast episode, Rossana Faye, Rollercoaster of Love, joins to me to discuss how self-doubt can trap us in a bad relationship. How we can get stuck in our own heads, which only adds to the confusion we already feel in narcissistic relationships. And the self-help tip is the power of finding forgiveness for ourselves through acceptance and love. Submit your question to be answere…

Time to Leave? Top Dos and Don’ts When Divorcing a Narcissist: Interview with Kate Anthony

Are you considering divorcing a narcissist? Wondering how to do it safely? In today’s podcast, Kate Anthony, a High-Conflict Divorce Coach and author of The D Word, joins me to discuss how to become our own best advocate when leaving a narcissist. She covers the top dos and don’ts to exiting these challenging and even dangerous relationships. Kate Anthony: https://kateanthony.com The D Word: Making the Ultimate Decision About Your Marriage: https://amzn.to/3HDbTHh Submit your questi…

Off-balanced by the ups and downs? How narcissists keep you confused.

Are you feeling off-balanced? Do you wonder how your narcissistic partner or loved one is keeping you confused? In this podcast episode, Tara is joined by Lisa Sonni of Stronger Than Before, and they delve into how narcissists and toxic people employ intermittent reinforcement and other manipulative strategies to keep victims confused. The self-help tip is the importance of analyzing one’s investment in a relationship. Ask yourself, “Is the giving and support mutually reciprocal and equit…

Men can’t be victims, right? Common myths about men and narcissistic abuse: An Interview with Brent MacLerie

One of many harmful stereotypes men face is that they can’t be victims of narcissistic abuse, yet the rates of narcissism are nearly equal between men and women. In this episode, Brent MacLerie, social media activist and advocate for gender issues, joins Tara and me to discuss his experience of narcissistic abuse along with the common challenges many male victims face in abusive relationships. To follow Brent: https://www.tiktok.com/@expatriarch Resource: Couple Skills: Making Your Relati…