Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse
Confused by your relationship? Do you catch yourself second-guessing, walking on eggshells, or feeling emotionally drained? Whether you’re still in the chaos or trying to rebuild after leaving, this podcast is your lifeline.
Join retired psychologist Dr. Kerry McAvoy as she exposes the hidden dynamics of toxic relationships. You’ll learn how destructive personalities operate, the manipulative tactics they use, and the stages of abuse—plus the practical steps to heal and reclaim your life.
If you’re ready to break free, rebuild your self-worth, and find lasting emotional freedom, hit play and start your recovery journey today.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 28 minutes
- Episodes
- 196
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
Can't a narcissist be changed by love or God?
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Most of the time, our everyday problem-solving skills work, but not for those stranded in toxic relationships. In this podcast epis…
How I became confused and trapped because of cognitive dissonance
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I drove to my therapy appointment four years ago, praying and pleading for answers. Something was terribly wrong in my marriage. Sh…
I know I should leave this toxic relationship but why can't I?
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What makes it so difficult to leave a toxic relationship? This question is the one I most frequently get asked. So why don’t those …
Is all this talk about narcissism good? Isn't it demonizing hurting people?
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Is all of this focus on narcissism and narcissists productive? Isn’t it attacking a broken group of people? Could we be demonizing …
How do I know I've healed enough from abuse to start dating again?
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Surviving narcissistic abuse is tough enough. How do we know when we are ready to start date again? What are the red flags we shoul…
Something is really wrong with this relationship, could I be the narcissist?
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When relationships start to go wrong, it’s common for us to wonder if we’re the problem. Especially if there’s been a string of fai…
Help, I'm married to a narcissist and don't know how to get out
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Most of us slowly realize something is wrong in a relationship. We often think the problems are a normal part of a new relationship…
Is there something wrong with me for falling in love with a narcissist?
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Nearly every abuse survivor wants to know why they got into a relationship with a narcissist. Are we co-dependent, people-pleasers …
Wondering if you met your soulmate? Here's how narcissists make us fall in love
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If narcissists are such awful people, why have so many fallen in love with one? It’s because of the mask. They create an illusion t…
I think this relationship is killing me. Why does it feel heartless to set boundaries?
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We often know something is terribly wrong with our relationship. Yet, many abuse survivors struggle to set boundaries. In this epis…
Why can't I tell if I'm in a relationship with someone good or bad?
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Narcissistic abuse victims’ biggest complaint is the confusion. They can’t tell if they have partnered with someone who’s good or b…
If it’s that bad, why don’t narcissistic abuse victims just leave?
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It takes the average narcissistic victim an average of seven tries before they are able to leave. I contemplated abandoning the rel…
Why is it so hard to please someone narcissistic? Am I the problem?
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Have you noticed how difficult it is to manage relationships with a narcissist? Why do things seem to go wrong? Could we be the pro…
Do narcissists know they're hurting those who love them? Do they even care?
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Are narcissists aware they are hurting me? Why are they so ruthless? In this episode, we will take a closer look at the predatory n…
What should I do when a narcissistic family member starts to make trouble?
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Do you have a narcissistic family member? Someone who frequently stirs up trouble? Or maybe they insist on doing things their way. …
To avoid being lovebombed by a narcissist, how much is too much to share?
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When we meet someone new how much should we share? Predatory people use basic details to create their mask during initial meetings.…
Are narcissists different than the rest of us? Might they be evil?
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The latest research has found the brain of narcissists, sociopaths, and psychopaths to be different, causing them not to see the wo…
How could I be so stupid to have missed the red flags?
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Why did we miss the early warning signs that we've met a toxic person? It's common to blame ourselves for this mistake. Most of us,…
Is it my fault that I'm trapped in a narcissistic abusive relationship?
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Are victims to blame for getting trapped in a narcissistic abusive relationship. And why do we struggle to hold healthy boundaries?…
What should I do if my children are protective of the toxic ex-parent?
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In this episode we will review Dr. Milstead's definition of narcissistic abuse along with address how to handle the tricky situatio…