Fake Love and Flying Monkeys
A Toxic relationship and Fake love looks real—until it destroys you.
Welcome to Fake Love and Flying Monkeys, the podcast that exposes the hidden dynamics of toxic relationships, narcissistic abuse, and emotional manipulation. Hosted by Nova Gibson, leading trauma-informed counsellor and Director of Brighter Outlook Narcissistic Abuse Counselling, this podcast is your guide to breaking free from the confusion, fear, and self-doubt that come with being entangled with a narcissist.
In every episode, Nova draws from years of experience working with survivors to explore the complex, often covert tactics used in emotionally abusive relationships—from gaslighting, triangulation, and the silent treatment to smear campaigns and intermittent reinforcement.
Whether you're struggling with a narcissistic partner, parent, boss, or friend, Fake Love and Flying Monkeys gives you the tools and knowledge to understand the abuse, trust your instincts, and reclaim your power—even if the narcissist has never been formally diagnosed.
This is more than a podcast—it’s a lifeline.
You’ll get:
Clear explanations of narcissistic behaviour patterns
Practical strategies for setting boundaries and detaching
Real talk about the emotional rollercoaster of trauma bonding
Validation, clarity, and a path toward healing from narcissistic abuse
If you've ever felt trapped in a relationship that chips away at your self-worth, this podcast will help you name it, face it, and finally break free.
You’re not alone, and you’re not crazy. You’re in the fog of narcissistic abuse—and Nova is here to help guide you out.
Visit https://www.brighteroutlooknarcissisticabusecounselling.com.au/
for more support and resources.
It’s time to expose the fake love, silence the flying monkeys, and rewrite your story.
- Update frequency
- every 3 days
- Average duration
- 31 minutes
- Episodes
- 169
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Narcissist Says YOU'RE the toxic Abuser!
Have you been blamed for the very abuse you endured? Did the narcissist tell everyone you were the toxic one—while playing the victim themselves?
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Covert Narcissist Returns After Ghosting: What You Need to Know
They ghost you, block you, abuse you—then pop up like nothing ever happened. Why?
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When a Narcissist Turns Your Kids Against You
What happens when the narcissist doesn’t just come after you—but starts poisoning your child’s mind against you? And worse—what happens when the court system believes it’s your fault.
(For 1 on 1 onli…
Why Covert Narcissists Can’t Stand Your Happiness and Confidence
Have you ever noticed how the narcissist in your life seems to get annoyed—or even angry—when you’re finally doing well? When you’re smiling, thriving, feeling peaceful... they suddenly go cold, star…
7 Brutal Ways Narcissists Discard You to Cause Pain
Narcissists don’t just leave you—they discard you with intent. And it’s never kind, never clean.
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When the Narcissistic Mother-in-law Sees You as the Rival
What happens when your mother-in-law acts more like the jealous ex than the proud parent?
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Why You Still Feel Guilty Saying No to Narcissistic Parents
Struggling with narcissistic abuse recovery as an adult child of a narcissist? Do you feel overwhelming guilt when setting boundaries with toxic parents—even when you know it’s the healthiest thing y…
When the Officer Is the Abuser: Bruce Bieber on the Murder of His Daughter, Deputy Abigail Bieber
Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of domestic violence, murder-suicide, and police-perpetrated abuse. Please take care while listening.
In this powerful and heartbreaking episode, Bruc…
How Narcissistic Parents Ruin Your Wedding Day
Weddings should be one of the happiest days of your life—but when you have a narcissistic parent, they often become a masterclass in manipulation, guilt-tripping, and sabotage.
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Why Covert Narcissists Accuse You of Cheating When They Are
Ever been accused of cheating by a narcissist — even when you’ve been nothing but loyal? This episode dives into one of their most toxic manipulation tactics: projection.
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Narcissist Discards: Why It’s So Cruel and Sudden
Why do narcissists discard their partners in such sudden, cold, and brutal ways? Why is there never closure — only silence, blame, or replacement with someone new?
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Why Covert Narcissists Pick Fights Before You Go Out
Why does it feel like the covert narcissist always knows how to ruin your mood—right before a party, dinner, or important event?
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Why Narcissists Hoard Your Emotions to Control You
Why do narcissists seem obsessed with keeping access to your emotions—even after they’ve discarded you or moved on to someone new?
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Healing from Narcissistic Abuse: 6 Strategies That Actually Work. Part 1
If you’ve escaped a relationship with a narcissist, you know the damage runs deep. From shattered self-worth to constant self-doubt, the aftermath of narcissistic abuse can leave you feeling like a s…
Why You Feel Crazy After Narcissistic Abuse
If you’ve ever walked away from a narcissistic relationship feeling confused, unstable, or like you’ve lost your grip on reality, you’re not alone.
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Narcissistic Manipulation Tactics You Didn’t Know Were Emotional Abuse
Are you constantly second-guessing yourself in a relationship that once felt perfect? Do you find yourself apologising for things you didn’t do or trying harder just to keep the peace?
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10 Signs You're Dating a Narcissist (And What They Really Mean)
Dating a narcissist can feel like a rollercoaster of confusion, self-doubt, and emotional highs and lows.
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How Narcissists Use Projection to Blame and Confuse You
If you’ve ever found yourself being accused of things you didn’t do, or being labelled with traits that clearly belong to the narcissist themselves, chances are you’ve experienced this toxic psycholo…
Why Covert Narcissists Sabotage Your Happiness and Special Moments
Why do narcissists seem to lash out when you're at your happiest? Why do they ruin birthdays, holidays, family events, or moments of personal success?
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The Narcissistic Neighbour from Hell: What You Must Know to Protect Your Peace
They live right next door—but your life feels like a psychological battleground.
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