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Reclaiming Pride's mission is to foster a sense of belonging, validation, and support, recognizing that the intersections of identity can add unique challenges to the healing process both during and after narcissistic abuse. Each episode is themed by situations that LGBT+ narc. abuse survivors encounter with their NPD partner / relative / friend / co-worker. New episodes every two weeks.
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THE VIBRANT SURVIVOR -How to Identify a Narcissist, Narcissistic Abuse, Toxic Relationships, Childhood Trauma Healing

Lesley Cain - Health and Wellness Coach, Trauma Informed Coach, Healthy Boundaries Coach

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***TOP 1.5% PODCAST*** Heal after narcissistic abuse. Do you want to disconnect from narcissistic or toxic relationships? Are you feeling stressed and lonely in dysfunctional family and work environments, or social groups? Are you ready to heal after narcissistic abuse? In this podcast, you’ll find holistically healing solutions to set you free from narcissistically abusive relationships, trauma-related health issues, and the enabling of toxic behavior. My mission is to help you heal after n ...
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Welcome to the Narcissist Survivor Society—a safe space dedicated to healing, empowerment, and transformation after narcissistic abuse. Each episode delves into personal stories, expert insights, and practical strategies to help you reclaim your life and rebuild your self-worth. Whether you're taking your first steps toward recovery or supporting a loved one on their journey, our community is here to guide you. Join us as we navigate the path to healing together, breaking the chains of the p ...
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Conversations with myself. Narcissistic abuse survivors, you might like this. I talk my way through my first year without my abuser after nearly 30 years of enduring more than most could fathom. I'd like to invite you also to check out my YouTube channel with more on what I've endured: https://youtu.be/AXHCRY04duE If you'd like to reach out to me you can stop by my forums and website at lifewithasociopath.net or drop me an email at: vortexgirl203@gmail.com Support this podcast: https://podca ...
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Hey, Survivor! When is it time for you to walk away from a narcissistic fight? The pursuit of external justice for what has happened to you can compromise your health and well-being. So, proceed with caution, if you must. Your healing, growth and peace are priceless; and they can serve as a form of justice too. If you, or someone you know, are caug…
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In this episode, a woman reflects on her life with a narcissistic mother who used guilt, lies, and control to manipulate her at every turn. From childhood through adulthood, she shares the emotional toll of living under her mother’s toxic influence. Follow us on social media and submit your story! Insta https://www.instagram.com/thenarcissistsurviv…
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Send the host a message here! This week, we’ll be looking at the ways in which narcissists use – or do not use – eye contact to control people and situations. If this sounds familiar from your relationship with the narcissist - tune in for a deep dive into this NPD tactic. I look forward to healing with you.…
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Hey, Survivor! How do you find closure, after narcissistic abuse? Let me count 3 ways. (See what I did there?) How often have you looked externally for justice to be served to the toxic people you’ve dealt with, only to be disappointed. Healing is a personal process; and you have to seek peace within. If you, or someone you know, are looking for cl…
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Hey, Survivor! What do you do to achieve healthy skin? In this episode, I’m sharing 6 ways you can love your skin for vibrant health inside and out. It’s easy to seek external validation and to fill up (in some cases literally) with products, goods and services. And social media sets the stage for quick purchases. But loving your skin is more of an…
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In this powerful episode, a daughter recounts her painful experience growing up under the control of a narcissistic father. From guilt and manipulation to breaking free, she shares the long journey to reclaim her life and find freedom from his toxic influence. Follow us on social media and submit your story! Insta https://www.instagram.com/thenarci…
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Send the host a message here! This week we will take a look at how society, and even those who are trying to help survivors of narcissistic abuse, can inadvertantly make us feel just as invisible as when we were in the abusive relationship. If you’ve ever winced at something a friend or even a therapist has said to you, while they thought they were…
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A sibling reflects on life with a narcissistic golden child, recounting the deep manipulation and favoritism that tore their family apart. This episode explores the emotional toll of growing up in the shadow of a sibling who could do no wrong, and the path to breaking free from their toxic influence. Follow us on social media and submit your story!…
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Hey, Survivor! How do you navigate your narcissistic workplace, in a healthy way? In this episode, I’m sharing 4 things you can do for your health and wellbeing. Toxic work environments can suck the life out of you, if you let them. But you can take back your power and build yourself up from the inside out, whether the toxic work culture changes or…
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A mother shares her harrowing journey of protecting her children from the emotional abuse of her narcissistic husband. This episode offers an intimate look at the strength it takes to shield your kids from toxicity while trying to maintain your own sanity. Follow us on social media and submit your story! Insta https://www.instagram.com/thenarcissis…
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This episode follows a father’s legal and emotional battle to rescue his children from the clutches of a narcissistic ex-wife. Listen as he details the struggles of fighting for his children’s safety and stability while facing constant manipulation and gaslighting. Follow us on social media and submit your story! Insta https://www.instagram.com/the…
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In this emotional episode, a father shares the story of how his narcissistic wife’s manipulative behavior put his children’s well-being at risk. Listen as he recounts the breaking point that pushed him to leave in order to save his kids, and how he rebuilt their lives away from her toxic control. Follow us on social media and submit your story! Ins…
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This episode uncovers the dark web of lies, control, and emotional manipulation spun by a narcissistic husband. A wife shares her journey through the confusion and gaslighting, and how she finally found the courage to escape his toxic grip. Follow us on social media and submit your story! Insta https://www.instagram.com/thenarcissistsurvivorsociety…
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In this episode, a daughter shares her painful journey growing up under the thumb of a narcissistic father. From manipulation and guilt to eventual freedom, this is a story of reclaiming life after years of emotional abuse. Follow us on social media and submit your story! Insta https://www.instagram.com/thenarcissistsurvivorsociety/ Facebook https:…
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On this episode of the Narcissist Survivor Society Podcast, we hear the story of a listener who shares their experience of narcissistic abuse from their brother. The writer describes how their brother, the "golden child" of the family, spent years subtly undermining the writer's confidence with backhanded compliments and lies, even taking credit fo…
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What begins as a whirlwind romance spirals into a nightmare of manipulation, control, and emotional abuse. This episode shares one woman’s journey of survival as she escapes her narcissistic husband’s control and rediscovers her sense of worth and freedom. Follow us on social media and submit your story! Insta https://www.instagram.com/thenarcissis…
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Hey, Survivor! How can gardening help you to heal, after narcissistic abuse? In this episode, you’ll learn 7 healing reasons to dig into it for your mental, physical and emotional health and wellbeing. Narcissistic and toxic relationships can suck the life out of you. So, it’s important to cultivate healthy relationships and hobbies that nourish yo…
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A mother shares her harrowing journey of protecting her children from the emotional abuse of her narcissistic husband. This episode offers an intimate look at the strength it takes to shield your kids from toxicity while trying to maintain your own sanity. Follow us on social media and submit your story! Insta https://www.instagram.com/thenarcissis…
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This episode explores the concept of "respite care" for people in narcissistic relationships. The speaker suggests that people in relationships with narcissists often feel like they are engaging in a form of caregiving because of the constant need for validation and reassurance from the narcissist. The speaker proposes the idea of "respite care" as…
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A heartbreaking and raw look at what it’s like to grow up under the shadow of a narcissistic mother. This episode explores the emotional control, guilt, and deep manipulation experienced by a child whose entire existence was overshadowed by their mother’s toxic needs. Follow us on social media and submit your story! Insta https://www.instagram.com/…
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This episode explores the complicated and often debilitating grief that can linger long after a relationship with a narcissist ends. The speaker emphasizes that this grief goes beyond the loss of the relationship itself. Instead, survivors often mourn the loss of the life they had envisioned, their core beliefs about love and fairness, and even a p…
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In this episode, a mother shares the nightmare of being trapped in a marriage with a narcissistic husband. From emotional abuse to controlling behavior, she details her fight to protect herself and her children from his relentless manipulation. Follow us on social media and submit your story! Insta https://www.instagram.com/thenarcissistsurvivorsoc…
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This episode explores the challenging experience of dealing with a narcissistic ex-partner in a joint custody situation, emphasizing the importance of self-preservation for the sake of the children's well-being. The speaker highlights the impossibility of true co-parenting with a narcissist, as they prioritize personal gain over the child's best in…
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This episode dives into the lifelong betrayal experienced by someone whose sister’s narcissistic behavior poisoned every aspect of their relationship. From lies and manipulation to emotional abuse, hear the story of surviving—and breaking free—from a toxic sibling bond. Follow us on social media and submit your story! Insta https://www.instagram.co…
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This episode explores the psychological manipulation tactic known as "gaslighting", breaking down its definition and providing real-world examples. The speaker explains the six stages of gaslighting, from building trust to complete control over the victim's reality. The sources go on to explain how gaslighting tactics are used by narcissists to avo…
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This podcast episode discusses the characteristics of narcissistic abuse in romantic relationships. The episode explains that there are two types of narcissism: grandiose and vulnerable. This episode focuses specifically on vulnerable narcissism, which is characterized by a deep sense of insecurity and a fear of rejection, and the abuse that stems …
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Send the host a message here! This week, we’ll be looking at the narcissist’s magical thinking and how damaging this can be. Magical thinking is the belief that one's thoughts, words, or actions can directly influence the world around them, often in ways that defy logic or reality. It's the idea that there's a causal connection between unrelated ev…
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This episode discusses the spiritual aspects of handling smear campaigns. It explores the deep-rooted trauma and pain that often fuel such attacks, emphasizing that smear campaigns stem from the attacker's unresolved issues rather than the target's actions. The speaker encourages listeners to recognize that they cannot control others' perceptions a…
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This episode dives into the devastating betrayal of a narcissistic brother who manipulated and controlled the family dynamic for years. Hear one sibling’s journey of recognizing the toxic behavior, breaking free, and healing from the damage left behind. Follow us on social media and submit your story! Insta https://www.instagram.com/thenarcissistsu…
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Hey, Survivor! How can you find joy, after narcissistic abuse? In this episode, you’ll learn 3 healthy ways that can enhance your wellbeing and enrich the lives of others. It’s easy to focus on the narcissist, and what they said and did in your toxic relationship. But it’s important to cultivate community and tap into the healing power of healthy r…
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This audio clip discusses the importance of radical acceptance when healing from narcissistic abuse. It explains that learning about narcissistic abuse is a key part of healing, but letting go of the false hope that the relationship can change is also essential. The speaker argues that while radical acceptance may feel like a consolation prize, it …
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On this episode of the Narcissist Survivor Society Podcast, a listener shares their experience of living with a narcissistic mother who demanded perfection and used manipulation to maintain control. The writer reveals how their accomplishments were treated as extensions of the mother's ego, serving only to enhance her carefully constructed public i…
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This episode explores the psychological phenomenon of trauma bonding, specifically focusing on its seven stages. Beginning with the initial "love bombing" phase, the episode examines how abusers manipulate and exploit their victims, leading to a toxic cycle of dependence and self-loss. Listeners will gain insights into the subtle tactics employed b…
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On this episode of The Narcissist Survivor Society, we hear a story about a son’s journey to freedom from a childhood dictated by his father's narcissistic need for control. The son details the relentless pursuit of his father’s approval and the constant emotional manipulation he endured. He was made to feel like his worth was solely determined by …
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This episode of the podcast discusses the importance of self-forgiveness after ending a long-term relationship with a narcissist, especially if the relationship lasted two or more years. The speaker emphasizes that healing involves acknowledging the self-blame that often arises from enduring narcissistic abuse and recognizing that it stems from a l…
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On this episode of The Narcissist Survivor Society, the story centers on a woman grappling with the profound and lasting effects of her narcissistic mother's abuse. The daughter endured a childhood dictated by her mother's need for control, enduring manipulation disguised as care and constant undermining of her self-worth. The mother's behavior, fr…
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This episode discusses smear campaigns, a tactic used by narcissists to make themselves look like the victim and avoid taking responsibility for their actions. The episode explains that narcissists may use various methods, such as provoking their partners to look crazy, betraying their secrets, or spreading blatant lies and half-truths. The episode…
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This episode explores the isolating nature of narcissistic abuse and how that isolation impacts healing. The speaker emphasizes that experiencing discomfort or feeling triggered when encountering a narcissist after healing doesn't mean healing hasn't occurred; rather, it indicates wisdom and the body's learned response to protect itself. The speake…
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On this episode of "The Narcissist Survivor Society," the show examines a situation where a soon-to-be husband asks his fiancée to back up his lie about purchasing their new home during his groom speech. He wants to claim he purchased it himself, despite the fact his fiancée contributed 70% of the down payment, because he comes from a “humble backg…
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This episode explores the concept of trauma bonding, particularly as it relates to narcissistic relationships. Trauma bonding occurs when individuals remain in unhealthy relationships characterized by manipulation and abuse due to the influence of past experiences that have shaped their understanding of love and attachment. The episode examines how…
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On this episode of The Narcissist Survivor Society, we explore the dangerous allure of love bombing, a hallmark of narcissistic relationships. This intense, whirlwind romance often begins with grandiose gestures, constant validation, and declarations of destiny, making the victim feel like they’ve found their soulmate. However, this fairytale facad…
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This podcast episode, explores 20 signs of codependency. The episode examines the symptoms of codependency and discusses their meaning and purpose. The host will explain how these symptoms, such as low self-worth, an unstable sense of self, fear of abandonment, and difficulty identifying emotions, develop in childhood as a response to chaotic and u…
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On this episode of "The Narcissist Survivor Society," we discuss ways to interact with a narcissist without becoming a target of their rage and manipulation. The speaker warns against trying to call out a narcissist as a strategy for instigating change. Instead, listeners are encouraged to detach from the expectation of reciprocity in the relations…
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On this episode of The Narcissist Survivor Society, we explore the intricate dynamics of gaslighting, a pervasive form of emotional abuse. The episode emphasizes that gaslighting is not merely disagreeing or lying, but a calculated process involving the denial of reality, perceptions, and experiences, followed by accusations of instability or flawe…
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Hey, Survivor! How are you at identifying and navigating narcissistic courtroom behaviors? In this episode, I’m sharing 7 ways that the narcissist behaves in court; and offering strategies to help you respond, not react. Narcissistic and toxic courtroom drama is sad and stressful, which can compromise your health and wellbeing. It’s important to st…
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On this episode, the speaker discusses the concept of forgiveness in the context of narcissistic abuse. The speaker argues that while forgiveness is often touted as a necessary step for healing, it can be detrimental to survivors of narcissistic abuse, especially when the abuser shows no remorse and continues their harmful behavior. The speaker emp…
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On this episode, the sources explore the various facets of “no contact” in the context of narcissistic abuse recovery. The sources define "no contact," emphasizing its role as a strategy for healing and self-protection rather than punishment. It acknowledges that no contact can be challenging, especially when children, shared finances, or societal …
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On this episode, we explore love bombing, a manipulation tactic narcissists use to quickly form a bond by showering their targets with affection, gifts, and attention. This creates an intoxicating, childlike fantasy for the recipient, making them more vulnerable to manipulation. Narcissists exploit common desires for belonging and validation, espec…
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On this episode of "The Narcissist Survivor Society," we explore the narcissist's reaction to no contact, comparing it to a game of cat and mouse where the narcissist, initially confident in their control, toys with their former partner, expecting them to return. However, as the reality of their lost influence sets in, they resort to a series of ma…
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On this episode of The Narcissist Survivor Society Podcast, a man details his experience in a relationship with a narcissist who used love bombing to mask her infidelity with his brother. The man describes a whirlwind romance full of extravagant gestures and constant affection, which blinded him to his partner’s obsessive need for validation and in…
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