Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Podcast

Ever tried to have a real conversation with a narcissist—only to be met with silence, dismissal, or a sudden exit? That’s not miscommunication. That’s stonewalling—and it’s one of the narcissist’s most calculated tactics. In this episode of The Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Podcast, we explore the six core reasons narcissists shut down conversations, walk away mid-sentence, or give you the silent tr...

If you’ve ever felt completely drained—mentally, emotionally, even physically—after dealing with a narcissist, you’re not imagining it. In this episode of The Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Podcast, we unpack the seven core reasons why being in a relationship with a narcissist is so profoundly exhausting. We explore: The repetitive cycle of love-bombing, devaluation, and criticism that keeps you off...

Love bombing may sound sweet—but it’s anything but sincere. In this episode of The Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Podcast, we expose the hidden insult behind the narcissist’s most seductive tactic. From the outside, it looks like affection. But underneath? It’s manipulation, grooming, and emotional sabotage. We explore: Why love bombing is the first phase in the cycle of abuse—and why it’s so hard to...

From the onset of the relationship with a narcissist, the game has begun. Their antics are ready to go, and you will be the target for a while. They will study you, learn your behaviors—because they have ulterior motives at bay. In this episode of The Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Podcast, we explore why the narcissist studies you, what their motivation is behind the scenes, and—as an added bonus—th...

Have you ever met someone who was funny, charismatic, and swept you off your feet in record time? Maybe they listened intently, seemed knowledgeable, and carried a hint of mystery. You were curious—and they knew it. When a narcissist meets new supply, they often lead with charisma. In this episode of The Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Podcast, we explore the acting skills narcissists use to lure, con...

By design, one or more narcissistic parent(s) have created a disturbing and unhealthy relational connection between the family-assigned roles of scapegoat and golden child. Neither role is desirable, and both suffer consequences—not only in how they relate to the narcissistic parent, but with each other. In this episode of The Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Podcast, we discuss the harrowing relationa...

If you've just checked your Twitter feed, Instagram DM's, email, text, and your new TikTok blast in the last 15 minutes, while driving and eating your lunch, you may agree that our current reality encapsulates a life of ongoing distractions.  In a world already saturated with noise, narcissists add another layer—one that’s calculated, deliberate, and designed to keep you distracted. Distraction is...

In this episode, we are going to touch on the current estimated number of users (profiles), projected growth of the platforms, success percentages, as well as get to the heart of the issue, which is why online dating draws so many narcissists. We will end with some handy tips to keep in mind if you are communicating online, so you can try to avoid. What better place to practice manipulation and ac...

Ever felt like your gut instinct went silent after enduring narcissistic abuse? In this episode, we unpack the practical steps survivors can take to rebuild trust with themselves and reconnect with their intuition, straight from our latest article on MovingForwardAfterAbuse.com. What You’ll Learn: Why narcissistic abuse cuts you off from intuition How trauma hijacks self-trust and decision-making...

A narcissist thrives in certain environments when their needs are met. When things go awry, and their needs are not met, or they have been ousted, they will not be happy campers. In this episode, we are going to explore the biggest fears of a narcissist, which are the very things they don’t want you to ever do or act on or heaven forbid, even have knowledge of. A narcissist thrives in environments...

In this video we are going to talk about Self-Blame and Shame – as we dive into these introspective matters of the heart to aid in the healing and recovery process from a relationship with a narcissist. Main Site: https://movingforwardafterabuse.com/  Article: https://www.movingforwardafterabuse.com/self-blame-and-shame/ To serve as a resource of hope, encouragement and validation to victims of na...

If you have been in a relationship with a narcissist, it’s likely they have told you lies. Lies, which you believed at the time as they subtly placed themselves as an (the) authority in your life. A narcissist is known for speaking lies, some may even say they are habitual liars.  Of course, it never comes across as lies but we may have believed them, at first. Until we saw them as lies, learn mor...

If you have been a victim of narcissistic abuse, you may go through a stage questioning everyone around you, that is, if they are a narcissist, or not.  In this video, we are going to take a look at professions that commonly have narcissists - and why a narcissist is attracted to that particular profession.  Main Site: https://movingforwardafterabuse.com/  Article: https://www.movingforwardafterab...

A narcissist will look for prey, as if it is their source of survival. They are looking for individuals to “feed them” and go along with their planned agenda. Learn the Character traits they look for.... To serve as a resource of hope, encouragement and validation to victims of narcissistic abuse so lives can be rebuilt by facilitating a revolutionary change to pursue dreams, visions, and living i...

Our confidence is one of the biggest attributes attacked by narcissistic abusers.  They wanted to destroy our ability to perform and lose our sense of identity and follow them. I would love to hear your stories of rebuilding your confidence.   What did you learn new about yourself?   What new goals have you set?   What new hobbies have you started?  Drop a note in the comment below! Main Site: htt...

To serve as a resource of hope, encouragement and validation to victims of narcissistic abuse so lives can be rebuilt by facilitating a revolutionary change to pursue dreams, visions, and living intentionally. Validation. Rebuild. Revolutionize. Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Lynn Nichols is a narcissistic abuse life coach, author and personal survivor or narcissistic abuse. https://linktr.ee/lynnnic...

Narcissistic Abuse.  It’s an insidious crime.  Should it be classified it in its own category of a hate-crime ?  To serve as a resource of hope, encouragement and validation to victims of narcissistic abuse so lives can be rebuilt by facilitating a revolutionary change to pursue dreams, visions, and living intentionally. Main Site: https://movingforwardafterabuse.com/  https://www.movingforwardaft...

6 Practical Steps to Freedom | Leaving the N a r c i s s i s t *Trigger Warning Pointless and deliberate targeted arguments that were intentionally designed to degrade the mind surface again.  These arguments are crazy-making and manufactured to get you to go over the edge and lose it, of course then, it would be all your fault, right? Main Site: https://movingforwardafterabuse.com/  https://www.m...

Main Site: https://movingforwardafterabuse.com/  Article: https://www.movingforwardafterabuse.com/scapegoat/ To serve as a resource of hope, encouragement and validation to victims of narcissistic abuse so lives can be rebuilt by facilitating a revolutionary change to pursue dreams, visions, and living intentionally. Validation. Rebuild. Revolutionize.  Narcissistic Abuse Recovery https://linktr.e...

This question, “Will the narcissist change?” is among the top searches as it relates to narcissistic abuse and narcissism as a whole.  It is researched and asked time and time again.  We are going to take a moment and address this age-old question and topic and broaden it out a bit. https://linktr.ee/lynnnichols Take the 60+ Questionnaire: https://www.movingforwardafterabuse.com/spouse/ Resources:...

3 Tips to Manage Empathy | Narcissist and Empath Connection Empaths: If you have found your way to this page, perhaps you have been in a relationship with a narcissist, and have been told, or heard it through the grapevine, that you may be what is called an Empath.   But what exactly is an empath? What is the empath and narcissist connection? Are there any tips to manage empathy for Empaths? Absol...

One of the tactics a narcissist will use in the beginning (or really, at any time of a relationship), is the tactic to keep you silent.  Abusers groom their target with the purpose to manipulate for their benefit. This is Lynn, host of the Moving Forward with Hope Podcast and today we are going to talk about it the power of silence.  To serve as a resource of hope, encouragement and validation to...

Does grief and loss occur after narcissistic abuse? Grieving after narcissistic abuse isn’t linear—and it doesn’t follow the traditional five stages. In this episode, we walk through the seven distinct stages survivors often experience after going no contact or waking up to the truth of what they’ve endured. We explore: The shock of absolute devastation when the truth finally clicks How denial and...

A narcissist seeks supply , attention in any way, shape or form for sustenance to live. It’s like the air they breathe.  Learning what a narcissist needs and how they obtain it is essential to detecting a narcissist in our life.  Once we can detect, we can take steps to heal and make decisions on how to move forward after the abuse. So, what does a narcissist need?  Today, we are going to talk abo...

3 Changes  After I Went No Contact Main Site: https://movingforwardafterabuse.com/  To serve as a resource of hope, encouragement and validation to victims of narcissistic abuse so lives can be rebuilt by facilitating a revolutionary change to pursue dreams, visions, and living intentionally. Validation. Rebuild. Revolutionize.  Narcissistic Abuse Recovery https://linktr.ee/lynnnichols Join Us: Yo...