Brandon talks with Sabrina Victoria (Narcissistic Abuse Coach) about the shame of being in an abusive relationship & why intermittent reinforcement, criticizing, and accusations work so well as manipulation tactics. You can visit Sabrina's website my visiting https://www.herversion.life/To hear Sabrina's survivor story as Valentina, click here.Thank you to our sponsor "Operator". Follow “Operator” on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or you can listen early and ad-free by subscribing to Wondery Plus in Apple Podcasts or the Wondery App.Thank you to our sponsor HELLOFRESH. Go to HelloFresh.com/nap14 and use code nap14 for up to 14 free meals AND 3 free gifts! Enjoy America’s #1 Meal Kit today!Thank you to our sponsor BETTERHELP. If you need online counseling from anywhere in the world, please do go to https://www.betterhelp.com/nap Get started today and enjoy 10% off your first month.Thank you to our sponsor Tru Niagen. Tru Niagen is a supplement that’s clinically proven to boost N-A-D levels, an essential coenzyme required for cellular energy and repair. Add more vitality to your life today, with Tru Niagen. Right now, new customers can save 10% on their first purchase by going to https://TruNiagen.com/nap and use code nap.If you or someone you know are experiencing abuse, you are not alone. DomesticShelters.org offers an extensive library of articles and resources that can help you make sense of what you're experiencing, connect you with local resources and find ways to heal and move forward. Visit www.domesticshelters.org to access this free resource. Join our new Community Social Network at https://community.narcissistapocalypse.com/Join our Instagram Channel at https://www.instagram.com/narcissistapocalypseJoin our Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpTIgjTqVJa4caNWMIAJllAJoin our Tiktok at https://www.tiktok.com/@narcissistapocalypseIf you want to be a guest on our show, go to https://narcissistapocalypse.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brandon talks with Penelope about her sexually coercive marriage to a physical abuser. It’s a story of de-escalation modes, proving yourself, IPV, narcissistic rage, mixed messages about money, and the relationship with your body. Plus they discuss, people pleasing, caretaking, anger, future faking, escape plans, stability, sexual boundaries, swinging, gaslighting, bullying, fear, obligation, one way streets, emotional needs, and much more. ***TRIGGER WARNING - This episode discusses sexual coercion and physical abuse throughout. Please do not listen if this will trigger you.***To reach out to Penelope you can visit her website at https://lizgbailey.com/Thank you to our sponsor "Operator". Follow “Operator” on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or you can listen early and ad-free by subscribing to Wondery Plus in Apple Podcasts or the Wondery App.Thank you to our sponsor HELLOFRESH. Go to HelloFresh.com/nap14 and use code nap14 for up to 14 free meals AND 3 free gifts! Enjoy America’s #1 Meal Kit today!Thank you to our sponsor BETTERHELP. If you need online counseling from anywhere in the world, please do go to https://www.betterhelp.com/nap Get started today and enjoy 10% off your first month.Thank you to our sponsor Tru Niagen. Tru Niagen is a supplement that’s clinically proven to boost N-A-D levels, an essential coenzyme required for cellular energy and repair. Add more vitality to your life today, with Tru Niagen. Right now, new customers can save 10% on their first purchase by going to https://TruNiagen.com/nap and use code nap.If you or someone you know are experiencing abuse, you are not alone. DomesticShelters.org offers an extensive library of articles and resources that can help you make sense of what you're experiencing, connect you with local resources and find ways to heal and move forward. Visit www.domesticshelters.org to access this free resource. A big thanks to Apple Podcasts, to find our show there, click here.To listen to the Toxic Workplace Podcast, click here. To download our poster, click here.Join our new Community Social Network at https://community.narcissistapocalypse.com/Join our Instagram Channel at https://www.instagram.com/narcissistapocalypseJoin our Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpTIgjTqVJa4caNWMIAJllAJoin our Tiktok at https://www.tiktok.com/@narcissistapocalypseIf you want to be a guest on our show, go to https://narcissistapocalypse.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brandon. talks with Christine Cocchiola (LCSW) about who is the perfect prey for a toxic narcissist, post separation abuse, and how an abuser uses coercive control within the court system. Plus they discuss, schema therapy, the enneagram, subjugation, Evan Stark, cognitive dissonance, subjugation, counter parenting, and much more. ***The views and opinions expressed by guests on our podcast, do not necessarily reflect the official policy, views, and opinions of the podcast. Please do no use the podcast as a replacement for therapy.***Christine Cocchiola's website can be found at http://christinecocchiola.com/ and her social media accounts can be found by clicking on the platform name - Instagram - Facebook - TwitterThank you to our sponsor "Operator". Follow “Operator” on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or you can listen early and ad-free by subscribing to Wondery Plus in Apple Podcasts or the Wondery App.Thank you to our sponsor Bloomers Trading Co. Bloomers Trading Co is known worldwide for their like-real, durable holiday and Christmas garlands and if you order before November 20th, our listeners will receive 10% off. Head over to www.bloomerstradingco.com now as these always sell out fast and I don’t want you to miss out this holiday season.Thank you to our sponsor BETTERHELP. If you need online counseling from anywhere in the world, please do go to https://www.betterhelp.com/nap Get started today and enjoy 10% off your first month.Thank you to our sponsor Tru Niagen. Tru Niagen is a supplement that’s clinically proven to boost N-A-D levels, an essential coenzyme required for cellular energy and repair. Add more vitality to your life today, with Tru Niagen. Right now, new customers can save 10% on their first purchase by going to https://TruNiagen.com/nap and use code nap.If you or someone you know are experiencing abuse, you are not alone. DomesticShelters.org offers an extensive library of articles and resources that can help you make sense of what you're experiencing, connect you with local resources and find ways to heal and move forward. Visit www.domesticshelters.org to access this free resource. A big thanks to Apple Podcasts, to find our show there, click here.To listen to the Toxic Workplace Podcast, click here. To download our poster, click here.Join our new Community Social Network at https://community.narcissistapocalypse.com/Join our Instagram Channel at https://www.instagram.com/narcissistapocalypseJoin our Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpTIgjTqVJa4caNWMIAJllAJoin our Tiktok at https://www.tiktok.com/@narcissistapocalypseIf you want to be a guest on our show, go to https://narcissistapocalypse.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brandon talks with Cassandra about her marriage to a charming Christian rage filled abuser. It’s a story of threats, using kids as pawns, shame, the broken court system, and smear campaigns. Plus they discuss, belief systems, people pleasing, energy healing, gaslighting, name calling, mirroring, bonding over trauma, control disguised as protection, trusting your gut, isolation, manipulation, bullying, court, custody, trauma, parental alienation, Disneyland Dads, jail, fixing, and much more. *** TRIGGER WARNING - This episode briefly discusses child sexual abuse & incest in regard to history of Cassandra's second husband, physical abuse, and suicide threats. ***Thank you to our sponsor "Operator". Follow “Operator” on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or you can listen early and ad-free by subscribing to Wondery Plus in Apple Podcasts or the Wondery App.Thank you to our sponsor Bloomers Trading Co. Bloomers Trading Co is known worldwide for their like-real, durable holiday and Christmas garlands and if you order before November 20th, our listeners will receive 10% off. Head over to www.bloomerstradingco.com now as these always sell out fast and I don’t want you to miss out this holiday season.Thank you to our sponsor BETTERHELP. If you need online counseling from anywhere in the world, please do go to https://www.betterhelp.com/nap Get started today and enjoy 10% off your first month.Thank you to our sponsor Tru Niagen. Tru Niagen is a supplement that’s clinically proven to boost N-A-D levels, an essential coenzyme required for cellular energy and repair. Add more vitality to your life today, with Tru Niagen. Right now, new customers can save 10% on their first purchase by going to https://TruNiagen.com/nap and use code nap.If you or someone you know are experiencing abuse, you are not alone. DomesticShelters.org offers an extensive library of articles and resources that can help you make sense of what you're experiencing, connect you with local resources and find ways to heal and move forward. Visit www.domesticshelters.org to access this free resource. A big thanks to Apple Podcasts, to find our show there, click here.To listen to the Toxic Workplace Podcast, click here. To download our poster, click here.Join our new Community Social Network at https://community.narcissistapocalypse.com/Join our Instagram Channel at https://www.instagram.com/narcissistapocalypseJoin our Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpTIgjTqVJa4caNWMIAJllAJoin our Tiktok at https://www.tiktok.com/@narcissistapocalypseIf you want to be a guest on our show, go to https://narcissistapocalypse.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brandon talks with Michele Rosenthal (Trauma Recovery Specialist) about healing from narcissistic abuse and domestic violence trauma. Plus they discuss identity issues and Michele's own trauma journey.You can reach Michele Rosenthal at her website https://www.mytraumacoach.com/Thank you to our sponsor "Operator". Follow “Operator” on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or you can listen early and ad-free by subscribing to Wondery Plus in Apple Podcasts or the Wondery App.Thank you to our sponsor Bloomers Trading Co. Bloomers Trading Co is known worldwide for their like-real, durable holiday and Christmas garlands and if you order before November 20th, our listeners will receive 10% off. Head over to www.bloomerstradingco.com now as these always sell out fast and I don’t want you to miss out this holiday season.Thank you to our sponsor BETTERHELP. If you need online counseling from anywhere in the world, please do go to https://www.betterhelp.com/nap Get started today and enjoy 10% off your first month.Thank you to our sponsor Tru Niagen. Tru Niagen is a supplement that’s clinically proven to boost N-A-D levels, an essential coenzyme required for cellular energy and repair. Add more vitality to your life today, with Tru Niagen. Right now, new customers can save 10% on their first purchase by going to https://TruNiagen.com/nap and use code nap.If you or someone you know are experiencing abuse, you are not alone. DomesticShelters.org offers an extensive library of articles and resources that can help you make sense of what you're experiencing, connect you with local resources and find ways to heal and move forward. Visit www.domesticshelters.org to access this free resource. A big thanks to Apple Podcasts, to find our show there, click here.To listen to the Toxic Workplace Podcast, click here. To download our poster, click here.Join our new Community Social Network at https://community.narcissistapocalypse.com/Join our Instagram Channel at https://www.instagram.com/narcissistapocalypseJoin our Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpTIgjTqVJa4caNWMIAJllAJoin our Tiktok at https://www.tiktok.com/@narcissistapocalypseIf you want to be a guest on our show, go to https://narcissistapocalypse.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brandon talks with Saturday about her abusive marriage to an unhinged narcissist. It's a story of threats, reactive abuse, stalking, smear campaigns, shame, divorce, and the safety of a step child. Plus they discuss, addiction, mental health, control, fight or flight, protection orders, court, blame shifting, financial abuse, being held hostage in arguments, trauma, PTSD, shame, guilt, rage, verbal abuse, fake suicides, panic attacks, and much more. *** TRIGGER WARNING - This episode discusses physical abuse and suicidal ideation.***Thank you to our sponsor "Operator". Follow “Operator” on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or you can listen early and ad-free by subscribing to Wondery Plus in Apple Podcasts or the Wondery App.Thank you to our sponsor Bloomers Trading Co. Bloomers Trading Co is known worldwide for their like-real, durable holiday and Christmas garlands and if you order before November 20th, our listeners will receive 10% off. Head over to www.bloomerstradingco.com now as these always sell out fast and I don’t want you to miss out this holiday season.Thank you to our sponsor BETTERHELP. If you need online counseling from anywhere in the world, please do go to https://www.betterhelp.com/nap Get started today and enjoy 10% off your first month.Thank you to our sponsor Tru Niagen. Tru Niagen is a supplement that’s clinically proven to boost N-A-D levels, an essential coenzyme required for cellular energy and repair. Add more vitality to your life today, with Tru Niagen. Right now, new customers can save 10% on their first purchase by going to https://TruNiagen.com/nap and use code nap.If you or someone you know are experiencing abuse, you are not alone. DomesticShelters.org offers an extensive library of articles and resources that can help you make sense of what you're experiencing, connect you with local resources and find ways to heal and move forward. Visit www.domesticshelters.org to access this free resource. A big thanks to Apple Podcasts, to find our show there, click here.To listen to the Toxic Workplace Podcast, click here. To download our poster, click here.Join our new Community Social Network at https://community.narcissistapocalypse.com/Join our Instagram Channel at https://www.instagram.com/narcissistapocalypseJoin our Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpTIgjTqVJa4caNWMIAJllAJoin our Tiktok at https://www.tiktok.com/@narcissistapocalypseIf you want to be a guest on our show, go to https://narcissistapocalypse.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brandon talks with Korina Jochim (LMFT) about coercive control, systemic abuse, gaining back the trust of your children, the silent treatment, and unwinding belief systems. Plus they discuss, the importance of documenting, Physical Episodic Violence Framework vs. Emotional Long-Term Abuse Framework, and escape plans.Korina can be found at https://www.portlandtherapycenter.com and at https://abuseisntlove.com/Thank you to our sponsor BETTERHELP. If you need online counseling from anywhere in the world, please do go to https://www.betterhelp.com/nap Get started today and enjoy 10% off your first month.Thank you to our sponsor Tru Niagen. Tru Niagen is a supplement that’s clinically proven to boost N-A-D levels, an essential coenzyme required for cellular energy and repair. Add more vitality to your life today, with Tru Niagen. Right now, new customers can save 10% on their first purchase by going to https://TruNiagen.com/nap and use code nap.If you or someone you know are experiencing abuse, you are not alone. DomesticShelters.org offers an extensive library of articles and resources that can help you make sense of what you're experiencing, connect you with local resources and find ways to heal and move forward. Visit www.domesticshelters.org to access this free resource. A big thanks to Apple Podcasts, to find our show there, click here.To listen to the Toxic Workplace Podcast, click here. To download our poster, click here.Join our new Community Social Network at https://community.narcissistapocalypse.com/Join our Instagram Channel at https://www.instagram.com/narcissistapocalypseJoin our Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpTIgjTqVJa4caNWMIAJllAJoin our Tiktok at https://www.tiktok.com/@narcissistapocalypseIf you want to be a guest on our show, go to https://narcissistapocalypse.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brandon talks with Neely about her toxic marriage to a cheating narcissist. It's a story of narcissistic in-laws, smear campaigns, reactive abuse, and begging for love. Plus they discuss, gaslighting, compassion, sexual assault, loneliness, future faking, liars, love bombing, believing the lies you are told, self doubt, secrets, financial abuse, enabling, PTSD, Infidelity, and much more. *** TRIGGER WARNING - This episode discusses sexual assault and victim blaming. ***Thank you to our sponsor BETTERHELP. If you need online counseling from anywhere in the world, please do go to https://www.betterhelp.com/nap Get started today and enjoy 10% off your first month.Thank you to our sponsor Tru Niagen. Tru Niagen is a supplement that’s clinically proven to boost N-A-D levels, an essential coenzyme required for cellular energy and repair. Add more vitality to your life today, with Tru Niagen. Right now, new customers can save 10% on their first purchase by going to https://TruNiagen.com/nap and use code nap.If you or someone you know are experiencing abuse, you are not alone. DomesticShelters.org offers an extensive library of articles and resources that can help you make sense of what you're experiencing, connect you with local resources and find ways to heal and move forward. Visit www.domesticshelters.org to access this free resource. A big thanks to Apple Podcasts, to find our show there, click here.To listen to the Toxic Workplace Podcast, click here. To download our poster, click here.Join our new Community Social Network at https://community.narcissistapocalypse.com/Join our Instagram Channel at https://www.instagram.com/narcissistapocalypseJoin our Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpTIgjTqVJa4caNWMIAJllAJoin our Tiktok at https://www.tiktok.com/@narcissistapocalypseIf you want to be a guest on our show, go to https://narcissistapocalypse.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brandon & Vienna talk with Mark Vicente ('What The Bleep Do We Know?' & 'The Vow'), about his new documentary, covert narcissistic abuse, spiritual narcissism, surviving the the cult of NXIVM, psychopaths, and the experience of waking up. Plus they discuss, enmeshment, the dark night of the soul, the enneagram, natal charts, Stranger Things, and much more.To be a participant in Mark's new documentary, share your story by going to https://www.markvicente.com/yourstory or click here.Thank you to our sponsor BETTERHELP. If you need online counseling from anywhere in the world, please do go to https://www.betterhelp.com/nap Get started today and enjoy 10% off your first month.*** If you or someone you know are experiencing abuse, you are not alone. DomesticShelters.org offers an extensive library of articles and resources that can help you make sense of what you're experiencing, connect you with local resources and find ways to heal and move forward. Visit www.domesticshelters.org to access this free resource. A big thanks to Apple Podcasts, to find our show there, click here.To listen to the Toxic Workplace Podcast, click here. To download our poster, click here.Join our new Community Social Network at https://community.narcissistapocalypse.com/Join our Instagram Channel at https://www.instagram.com/narcissistapocalypseJoin our Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpTIgjTqVJa4caNWMIAJllAJoin our Tiktok at https://www.tiktok.com/@narcissistapocalypseIf you want to be a guest on our show, go to https://narcissistapocalypse.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brandon talks with Judy about her fairy tale 15 year marriage that turned into a nightmare with a covert narcissist. It's a story of betrayal trauma, infidelity, financial abuse, PTSD, love fraud, and stolen memories. Plus they discuss, codependency, trust, mask slipping, gaslighting, forgiveness, suicidal ideation, intimate partner violence, lies, PTSD, court abuse, bankruptcy, emotional abuse, narcissism, and much more. *** TRIGGER WARNING - This episode discusses intimate partner violence and suicidal ideation.***Thank you to our sponsor BETTERHELP. If you need online counseling from anywhere in the world, please do go to https://www.betterhelp.com/nap Get started today and enjoy 10% off your first month.*** If you or someone you know are experiencing abuse, you are not alone. DomesticShelters.org offers an extensive library of articles and resources that can help you make sense of what you're experiencing, connect you with local resources and find ways to heal and move forward. Visit www.domesticshelters.org to access this free resource. A big thanks to Apple Podcasts, to find our show there, click here.To listen to the Toxic Workplace Podcast, click here. To download our poster, click here.Join our new Community Social Network at https://community.narcissistapocalypse.com/Join our Instagram Channel at https://www.instagram.com/narcissistapocalypseJoin our Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpTIgjTqVJa4caNWMIAJllAJoin our Tiktok at https://www.tiktok.com/@narcissistapocalypseIf you want to be a guest on our show, go to https://narcissistapocalypse.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices