Brandon talks with Carleigh, the host of the Toxic Workplace Podcast, about recognizing toxic workplaces, narcissistic abuse & bosses, and changing the way we work. Plus they discuss, respecting workers, feminism, understanding our value, greed, corporate America, office gossip, and much more.To listen to the Toxic Workplace Podcast, 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.  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/UCpTIgjTqVJa4caNWMIAJllAIf 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 Erika about her toxic relationship with a triangulating grifter. It’s a story of sexual identity manipulation, social media smear campaigns, escape plans, and the healing power of the enneagram. Plus they discuss, domestic violence, LGBTQ issues, Mennonite culture, gaslighting, mirroring, future faking, sense of self, homelessness, car culture, dogs, feminism, patterns, changing manipulation tactics, control, food manipulation, housing manipulation, LGBTQ manipulation, emojis, rationalization, cycles of abuse, therapy manipulation, feeling worthy, obligation, belonging, flying monkeys, animal abuse, coping with alcohol, boundaries, authentic living, support, generosity from strangers and much more.To view Erika's Drawing of her story 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.  You can listen to the Toxic Workplace Podcast at https://www.toxicworkplacepodcast.com/podcastJoin 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/UCpTIgjTqVJa4caNWMIAJllAIf 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 former domestic violence survivor story guest Tricia Macalka (Gal - November 30th, 2020) about her new book, Narcissist Misaligned Mind: How My Faith And Rebirth Helped Me Escape The Abuse, the ins and outs of storytelling for survivors, and going 'no contact' with her abusive sibling. If you want some tips and pointers about getting your story of abuse out on paper, you need to listen to this episode.To buy Tricia Macalka's book click here.You can listen to the Toxic Workplace Podcast at https://www.toxicworkplacepodcast.com/podcastThank 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.  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/UCpTIgjTqVJa4caNWMIAJllAIf 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 Quinn about her toxic relationship with a rage filled abuser. It’s a story of caretaking, chivalry as a form of control, self regulation, and threats of physical abuse. Plus they discuss, domestic violence, emotional abuse, gaslighting, hoovering, brainwashing, reverse psychology, depression, the cycle of abuse, alienation, loneliness, isolation, respect, rejection, chivalry, victim playing, sowing the seeds of doubt, blame shifting, playing the good stepdad, feeling seen, commitment phobic, push/pulls, being a fixer, and much more. ***Trigger Waring - This episode briefly discusses child sexual abuse***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.  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/UCpTIgjTqVJa4caNWMIAJllAIf 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 Shirin Peykar (LMFT/Coach - Narcissistic Abuse & Mindful Parenting Specialist) stops by the show to discuss the steps to take before leaving your narcissist, parallel parenting, parenting plans, reactive abuse, emotional abuse, domestic violence and repairing relationships with your children. Plus, we answer audience questions too.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.The resources Shirin discussed on this episode are as follows:1. BIFF by Bill Eddy, Esq. 2. Post Separation Wheel can be found at https://www.theshermanoakstherapist.com3. Reinventing Your Life - Jeffrey Young & Janet Klosko4. Books under Resources tab on https://www.theshermanoakstherapist.comRadical Compassion by Tara BrachSelf-Compassion Workbook (Kristin Neff)5. Beyond Bitchy Podcast (Boundaries)Shirin Peykar's Website Can be found at https://www.theshermanoakstherapist.comShirin Peykar's Email Address is shirin@talkwithshirin.comShirin Peykar's Instagram can be found at https://www.instagram.com/lets_talk_divorce/Today’s episode is sponsored by Kinthree, a women’s empowerment jewelry company. And listeners of Narcissist Apocalypse will get 10% off at https://kinthree.com by using the code SURVIVOR10 at checkout. ** Direct link for discount code that automatically applies at checkout: https://kinthree.com/discount/SURVIVOR10*** 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/UCpTIgjTqVJa4caNWMIAJllAIf 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 Nova about being raised by overt and covert abusive parents. It's a story of generational trauma, smear campaigns, terror, and becoming your own abuser. Plus they discuss, gaslighting, physical abuse, isolation, sibling abuse, rage, anger, confusion, shame, scapegoats, neglect, abuse by proxy, control, medical neglect, conditional love, having no voice, addiction, trauma, PTSD, self harm, eating disorders, silent treatment, grey rock, depression, toxic workplaces, triggers, healing process, empathy, saving yourself, validation, and much more. ****Trigger Warning - This episode describes graphic physical abuse ****Today’s episode is sponsored by Kinthree, a women’s empowerment jewelry company. And listeners of Narcissist Apocalypse will get 10% off at https://kinthree.com by using the code SURVIVOR10 at checkout. ** Direct link for discount code that automatically applies at checkout: https://kinthree.com/discount/SURVIVOR10*** 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/UCpTIgjTqVJa4caNWMIAJllAIf 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 Leslie Miller (LICSW & Former GAL) about the ways in which a narcissistic parent impacts identity; perception of the world; and relationships with others. Plus they discuss, domestic violence, narcissistic abuse, emotional abuse, abandonment, trauma, gender outcomes, emotional incest, and much more.You can reach Leslie Miller at https://lesliemillerlicsw.com*** 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 Instagram Channel at https://www.instagram.com/narcissistapocalypseJoin our Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpTIgjTqVJa4caNWMIAJllAIf you want to be a guest on our show, go to https://narcissistapocalypse.comIf you want to join our community social network, go to https://community.narcissistapocalypse.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brandon talks with Kaya about her toxic relationship with a psychological abuser. It's a story of addiction, fear, smear campaigns, and post relationship abuse. Plus they discuss, gaslighting, triangulation, spirituality, the big book, feeling seen, push/pulls, isolation, custody, victim playing, murder, child bullying, child mimicking abuse, rage, reactive abuse, health issues, mirroring, common enemies, physical abuse, PTSD, and much more. *** TRIGGER WARNING - This episode mentions physical abuse ****** 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/UCpTIgjTqVJa4caNWMIAJllAIf 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 Vienna (Astro Investigator) about how a narcissist can trigger a spiritual emergency/existential crisis, the dark night of the soul, and how your natal chart can put you on a path back to self. Plus they discuss, depression, grief, cortisol, emotional vampires, and much more.Vienna's Instagram can be found at https://www.instagram.com/astroinvestigator/?hl=en*** 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 Instagram Channel at https://www.instagram.com/narcissistapocalypseJoin our Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpTIgjTqVJa4caNWMIAJllAIf 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 Valentina about being a prisoner of a financially abusive relationship. It’s a story of resilience, reverse manipulation, kidnapping, and escape plans. Plus they discuss, faith based abuse, being a single mom, codependency, not having a voice, feeling seen, loneliness, hope, Ebay, Fiver, Offerup, worthiness, gaslighting, kernels of truth, power, control, reverse psychology, isolation, rage, abandonment, PTSD, trauma, triggers, empathy, codependent manipulation, hoovering, reverse tactics, gaining trust, doing things in secret, ecommerce, selling tactics, sexual abuse, The Shawshank Redemption, and hope.*** 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 Patreon for extra content and our brand new live support groups at https://www.patreon.com/narcissistapocalypseJoin our Instagram Channel at https://www.instagram.com/narcissistapocalypseJoin our Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpTIgjTqVJa4caNWMIAJllAIf you want to be a guest on our show, go to https://narcissistapocalypse.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices