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 Baiting and Bashing: How to Protect Yourself
They poke the bear—then cry victim when the bear roars.
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Narcissistic Victim Syndrome Explained: How to Know If You're a Victim
Are you constantly second-guessing yourself, walking on eggshells, or feeling like you're going crazy in a relationship?
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How Covert Narcissists Slowly Destroy Your Personality
By the time you realise what’s happening, you’re no longer you.
(For 1 on 1 online counselling in your own toxic relationship/narcissistic abuse recovery please visit my website at
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10 Secrets the Covert Narcissist Doesn’t Want You to Know
What if everything you thought you knew about narcissists was just the tip of the iceberg?
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Why No One Understands Narcissistic Abuse
Why can’t anyone seem to understand narcissistic abuse — no matter how hard you try to explain it?
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Inside the Covert Narcissist’s Idealise, Devalue, Discard Cycle with Dr Sam Vaknin. Part 1
In this powerful episode of Fake Love and Flying Monkeys, I’m joined by none other than Dr. Sam Vaknin, the world-renowned expert on narcissistic personality disorder and author of the groundbreaking…
How Does a Narcissist show their Love?
Ever wondered how a narcissist loves — or if they’re even capable of real love at all?
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What sort of person is the Covert Narcissist Drawn To?
Have you ever wondered why certain people seem to become prime targets for covert narcissists?
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Why Covert Narcissists Use Triangulation to Hurt You
Ever felt like you were suddenly competing for someone’s love, attention, or approval—without knowing why? You might have been caught in the toxic game of covert narcissistic triangulation.
In this ey…
Narcissistic Abuse, Cptsd and Ptsd: The Aftermath of Covert Abuse
What happens when the abuse doesn’t leave bruises—but instead rewires your nervous system?
In this episode of Fake Love and Flying I dive deep into the reality of Complex PTSD (CPTSD) as it relates to…
Should You Forgive the Covert Narcissist? What Survivors Need to Know
Forgiveness is often misunderstood, especially by those who haven’t lived through the manipulation, gaslighting, and emotional abuse narcissists inflict. This episode will help you understand
Should y…
10 Ways the Covert Female Narcissist Manipulates You
She seems so sweet—how could she be the problem? That’s exactly the mask the covert female narcissist wears while slowly chipping away at your confidence, your voice, and your sense of reality.
In tod…
5 Reasons Narcissists Cheat on You
If you’ve ever been cheated on by a narcissist, you know it’s not just betrayal—it’s psychological warfare.
In this raw and eye-opening episode of Fake Love and Flying Monkeys, I’m breaking down the t…
Covert Narcissistic Abuse, Coercive Control and Financial Abuse Explained
Feel like you're walking on eggshells all the time, constantly explaining your spending, or having to ask permission for your own money? You might be experiencing coercive control and financial contr…
Covert vs Overt Narcissists: 5 Toxic Differences You Can’t Ignore
"Same game. Different masks."
Covert and overt narcissists may look like opposites—but don’t be fooled. In this episode of Fake Love and Flying Monkeys, I expose 5 unmissable differences between cover…
Do Narcissists know they're hurting you?
They know enough to hide it from others, but do they actually know what they're doing?
In this powerful episode, I dive deep into a question almost every survivor of narcissistic abuse asks: Do narcis…
Healthy Love vs Narcissistic Relationship Love
Real love heals. Narcissistic love destroys. Do you know the difference between true love and narcissistic love? While healthy love is built on trust, respect, and emotional safety, narcissistic love…
Reactive Abuse Is Not the Same as the Narcissist Abuse
Have you ever lashed out in frustration after relentless emotional torment, only to be told you are the problem? That is reactive abuse, and it is not the same as the calculated, intentional cruelty …
Does the Narcissist Miss You After the Discard
Being discarded by a narcissist feels brutal—like you never mattered. One moment, you're their everything. The next, you're replaced, ignored, or worse—mocked. But here's the truth they don't want yo…
10 Ways the Covert Narcissist Devalues You: Part 2
Covert narcissists hide in plain sight, using subtle tactics to break you down.
In this second part of our series, we delve deeper into the covert narcissist’s manipulative tactics that leave victims …