Narcissist Apocalypse: Patterns of Abuse

Brandon talks with Dr. Joni Johnston (Forensic Psychologist) about the psychology of stalking, domestic violence, & the stages of an obsessive ex. Plus they discuss, the common behaviors of a stalker, the different types of stalkers, cyber stalking, how to protect yourself from stalkers, and much more. Dr. Joni Johnston's website. Dr. Joni Johnston's Podcast - Unmasking a Murderer - Youtube. Dr. J...

Brandon talks with Ruby Sue about her marriage to an escalating abuser. Ruby Sue's abuser changed at every escalating level, and at level-3, he became downright scary. It's a story of infidelity, zero accountability, stalking, and the loss of control. Plus they discuss, stepping into the role of being a strong woman, sexual coercion, trauma, denial, gaslighting, jealousy, rage, control, paranoia,...

Brandon talks with Benji about his toxic relationship with his physically abusive wife. It's a story of jealousy, false arrest, documentation, and self doubt. Plus they discuss, mental illness, narcissistic mother's, control, it's always something, and much more. *** Trigger Warning - There is graphic discussion of physical abuse in this episode." If you want to be a guest on our survivor story po...

Brandon talks with Marie about her toxic relationship with a deceptive self serving narcissist. It's a story of being seen, motivations, being a placeholder, lies, and confusing clarifications. Plus they discuss, Marie's 18 year marriage (involved physical abuse) with an overt narcissist, stonewalling, double lives, triangulation, the authentic self, and much more. *** Trigger Warning - Marie brie...

Brandon talks with Vienna Guest about the myth of mutual abuse created by the Amber Heard & Johnny Depp trial and how abusers avoid accountability by blaming others. Plus they discuss, how to communicate to the police that you're not the primary aggressor. If you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please click here or send us an email at narcissistapocalypse@gmail.com Thank you to o...

Brandon talks with Tatum about her family's experience with a bullying narcissistic church elder. It's a story of extreme love bombing, gossip as a form of concern, the fog, minimization, and smear campaigns. This may be a friend or faith-based story, but it has all the characteristics of an emotionally abusive romantic relationship. They also discuss, future faking, Christian abuse, generosity as...

Brandon talks with Evan Stark (Forensic Social Worker & Author) about coercive control, domestic violence, women's rights, invisible threats, child abuse, and the law. Evan Stark has impacted your life or the life of someone you know, you just don't know it. Come listen to him talk. You'll be a better person for it. *** TRIGGER WARNING - We discuss physical violence, murder, and sexual assault thr...

Brandon talks with Canva about her toxic relationship with a smear campaigning abuser. It's a story of defensive abuse, gaslighting, recording conversations, and taking zero responsibility. Plus they discuss, minimization, infidelity, physical abuse, blame shifting, rage, stealing, victim playing, restraining orders, custody, and much more. *** TRIGGER WARNING - Physical abuse is discussed in this...

Brandon talks with Jodi White (Psychotherapist & Love Addiction Specialist) about the causes, signs, and cycles of love addiction. Plus they discuss, boundaries, love avoidance, codependency, romantic comedies, fairy tales, and much more. Jodi White's website can be found by clicking here. Jodi White's podcast 'Journals of a Love Addict' can be found by clicking here. If you want to be a guest on...

Brandon talks with Storm about the distorted reality of her narcissistic mother. It's a story of doubt sowing, identity issues, being used, and realizing you're in the twilight zone. When Storm finally sees her mom for who she truly is, it becomes a fascinating look at her psychology in one fell swoop. Plus they discuss, gaslighting, justification, minimization, rationalization, kernels of truth,...

Brandon talks with Ruth M. Glenn of the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence about how we should listen to the Johnny Depp vs. Amber Heard trial and the myth of mutual abuse. Plus we discuss survivors invalidating other survivors, advocacy, NCADV initiatives, and much more. The website for NCADV can be found by clicking here. To learn more about Ruth's Story, click here. If you want to be...

Brandon talks with Kevin about his long distance relationship with a deceitful abuser. It's a story of future faking, emotional manipulation, walking on eggshells, isolation, and infidelity. Plus they discuss, gaslighting, suicide threats, rage, blame shifting, control, nitpicking, withholding, stonewalling, feeling seen, lies, victim playing, support systems, and much more. If you want to be a gu...

Brandon talks about the manipulation tactics an abuser uses to gain control, isolate you, and erode your sense of self. Plus they discuss, triangulation, threats, physical abuse, intimidation, flying monkeys, fear, obligation, guilt, the divide & conquer technique, arguments, word salad, sleep deprivation, minimization, justification, reasoning, gaslighting, accusations, cheating, projection, blam...

Brandon talks with Nancy about her marriage with a controlling physical abuser. It's a story of gaslighting, defensive abuse, addiction, and smear campaigns. Plus they discuss, sexual abuse, withholding, infidelity, neglect, blaming, guilt, trauma, crazy making, health issues, invalidating police officers, isolation, rage, manipulation, post separation abuse, coercive control, and much more. *** T...

Brandon talks with Taly Kadoch (LPC) about attachment styles, trauma bonding, love, addiction, and abuse. Plus they discuss healing the the trauma bond and letting go. Book a session with Taly by clicking here. Taly's email is kadochtaly@gmail.com If you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please click here or send us an email at narcissistapocalypse@gmail.com Thank you to our sponso...

Brandon talks with Shuri about the bullying she endured at the hands of her mother. It's a story of physical abuse, emotional eating, medical neglect, and wanting the mother you never had. Plus they discuss, enmeshment, financial abuse, the church community, conditional love, the trauma obesity connection, trauma cycles, cptsd, and much more. If you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast...

Brandon talks with Brandee Smith (LPC) about recognizing real love vs. fake love, infidelity, love bombing, boundaries, trusting your gut, & narcissistic abuse. If you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please click here or send us an email at narcissistapocalypse@gmail.com You can reach Brandee Smith by clicking here. Thank you to our sponsor CREDIT KARMA. Check your credit score o...

Brandon talks with Brooke about her 10-year toxic relationship with an abusive Peter Pan and the generational trauma they endured in their childhoods. It's a story of survival, triangulation, stonewalling, physical abuse, & determination. Plus they discuss, gaslighting, nitpicking, depression, physical health issues, narcissistic behavior, push and pulls, street mentality, maturation, being a sing...

Brandon talks with Darlene Lancer (LMFT) about the personality types that attract a narcissist & if a narcissist is capable of love. Plus they discuss codependency, narcissistic personality disorder, NPD, narcissist types, getting your needs met, regaining your sense of self after abuse, and much more. *** Please excuse the chimes in the background. It wasn't picked up until much later.*** If you...

Brandon talks with Chloe about being raised by a narcissistic mother who saw Chloe as an extension of herself. It's a story of rage, being good enough, interfering in relationships, fear, obligation, and guilt. Plus they discuss, physical abuse, manipulation, triangulation, smear campaigns, perfectionism, the fear of failure, nitpicking, backhanded compliments, vanity, keeping up appearances, and...

Brandon talks with Christine Patterson (Licensed Nurse Practitioner) about abuse trauma responses, abuse related health issues, and recovery in mind, body, & spirit. Plus they discuss, stress, long term health effects, hormones, survival mode, and much more. Christine's website can be found by clicking here. If you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please click here or send us an e...

Brandon talks with Tallulah about her six-year abusive relationship with a narcissistic sailor. It's a story of adventure bribes, the fear of failure, the silent treatment, infidelity, and the loss of identity. Plus they discuss, gaslighting, physical abuse, long distance relationships, isolation, the Disneyfication of love, boundaries, competition, lies, manipulation, animal abuse, emotional abus...

Brandon talks with Debbie Tudor (LPC SUPERVISOR) about the irrational beliefs we learn from narcissistic parents and how we hold onto them subconsciously. Plus they discuss, scapegoats, golden children, and take audience questions. *** There were sound issues with this recording *** Debbie Tudor's Website Can be found at https://rockwall-counseling.com Debbie Tudor's Email Address is info@Rockwall...

Brandon talks with Gazelle about her six year relationship with an entitled emotionally stunted narcissist. It's a story of caretaking, trauma responses, facades, narcissistic injury, depression, and creating the space to heal. Plus they discuss, emotional abuse, physical abuse, victim playing, rage, belief systems, fear of failure, stress, suicidal ideation, erosion of self, walking on eggshells,...

Brandon talks with Diane Danvers Simmons about her memoir 'My Mother Next Door' and the difficulty of working through abandonment issues, forgiveness, and reframing her experience. At the age of 16, Diane's mother moved into the house next door with three college-aged roommates and Diane was forced to navigate her life from there. Diane's story is painful, but it's also one of empowerment, as she...