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Narcissist Apocalypse is a storytelling podcast that amplifies the voices of those who have experienced narcissistic abuse, coercive control, emotional abuse, domestic violence, family relationship abuse, and relationship trauma. Our guests share their stories of abuse survival, providing a source of validation, education, inspiration, and hope for those going through similar experiences. Join us and discover how you, too, can overcome the narcissist apocalypse.
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In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon debriefs Violeta’s story and explores how persistence wore down her boundaries and guilt made leaving feel like abandonment. We discuss how constant availability became proof of love and how accusations kept her focused on defending herself. We also examine how his tactics changed whenever she reached a limit, renewing her hope that another chance might lead to a different outcome.If you are in search of therapy from professionals dedicated to dealing with TRAUMA - Narcissist Apocalypse recommends REBOUND THERAPY and they can be reached at hellorebound.com/naClick if you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please send us an email at narcissistapocalypse@pm.meClick on the title to read about Coercive Control as Care: Signs & Patterns Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, we revisit Violeta’s story of a calculating narcissist whose relentless pursuit made her feel seen and wanted. As his attention became control, Violeta found herself changing who she was to regain the affection he had once given so freely. Each time she tried to leave, he changed his approach, using her empathy and hope for a better relationship to pull her back. Behind the charm was a pattern of deception and intimidation that left her questioning herself and feeling responsible for his behavior. It’s a story of shifting manipulation tactics, gaslighting, fraud, infidelity, the exhausting pressure to prove your love, narcissistic abuse, coercive control, domestic violence, emotional abuse, psychological abuse, physical abuse, strangulation, intimidation, death threats, reproductive coercion, sexual coercion, financial exploitation, deception, love bombing, mirroring, boundary testing, blame shifting, victim blaming, minimizing abuse, jealousy, possessiveness, constant monitoring, triangulation, hoovering, emotional blackmail, weaponized vulnerability, guilt, shame, self-blame, self-doubt, isolation, secrecy, loss of identity, people pleasing, overfunctioning, perfectionism, childhood emotional neglect, maternal emotional abuse, misogyny, patriarchal expectations, gender roles, fear of abandonment, false promises, future faking, intermittent reinforcement, trauma bonding, and rationalizing abuse.CONTENT WARNING - THIS EPISODE DISCUSSES PHYSICAL ABUSE & SEXUAL COERCION. *** WE DID OUR BEST TO FIX THE SOUND. THIS IS FROM OUR EARLY EPISODES WHEN OUR SOUND WAS NOT THE BEST ***If you are in search of therapy from professionals dedicated to dealing with TRAUMA - Narcissist Apocalypse recommends REBOUND THERAPY and they can be reached at hellorebound.com/naClick if you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please send us an email at narcissistapocalypse@pm.meClick on the title to read about Coercive Control as Care: Signs & PatternsSign up to our Domestic Violence Newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with author Julie L. Hall about the 12 unspoken rules of the narcissistic family. They explore what happens when acceptance depends on obedience and protecting the family’s image takes priority over the emotional safety of its children.Brandon and Julie discuss how children learn to suppress their needs and anticipate a parent’s anger, while family roles can turn siblings against one another. They also examine how childhood coping patterns, including perfectionism and people pleasing, carry into adulthood and can make harmful relationship dynamics feel familiar.*** THIS IS AN OLDER EPISODE - WE DID OUR BEST TO FIX THE SOUND - IT'S NOT PERFECT ***Julie can be reached at https://narcissistfamilyfiles.com/This episode is sponsored by Rebound Health. Learn more, check your insurance coverage, or schedule a free 15-minute call at hellorebound.com/naIf you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please send us an email at narcissistapocalypse@pm.meClick on the title to read about Coercive Control as Care: Signs & PatternsSign up to our Domestic Violence Newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, we debrief Cassie’s story and examine how the abuser built enough trust to become the truth teller in her world. We follow how that credibility enabled isolation and how belittling weakened her self worth, making each further escalation harder to challenge. We also discuss how constant crises and accusations kept Cassie exhausted and focused on immediate problems, limiting her ability to see the bigger pattern. CONTENT WARNING - We discuss physical abuse in this episode. This episode is sponsored by Rebound Health. Learn more, check your insurance coverage, or schedule a free 15-minute call at hellorebound.com/naIf you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please send us an email at narcissistapocalypse@pm.meClick on the title to read about Coercive Control as Care: Signs & PatternsSign up to our Domestic Violence Newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Cassie shares how a man who made her feel understood slowly became the person she was afraid to disappoint. His steady attention and support for her dreams made a future together feel possible. Her family welcomed him, and Cassie believed she had found someone she could count on.Over time, the people she trusted became people he taught her to doubt. As she gave up more of the life she had built, his criticism left her working harder to earn the kindness he had once given so freely. Cassie kept searching for a way to make the relationship work, convinced that enough effort could bring them back to the beginning. But the life she was fighting to hold together contained secrets that would force her to question everything she thought she knew about him.It's a story of deception, belittling, put downs, future faking, trust, isolation, constant crisis, financial crisis control, accusations, blame, sacrifice, intimidation, consistency, gaslighting, resets, excuses, narcissistic abuse, domestic abuse, emotional abuse, psychological abuse, verbal abuse, coercive control, manipulation, mirroring, rescuer dynamic, isolation, blame shifting, double standards, humiliation, chronic criticism, jealousy, possessiveness, cheating, self-doubt, self-blame, guilt, shame, people pleasing, overfunctioning, hypervigilance, walking on eggshells, and survival mode.CONTENT WARNING - We discuss physical abuse in this episode. This episode is sponsored by Rebound Health. Learn more, check your insurance coverage, or schedule a free 15-minute call at hellorebound.com/naIf you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please send us an email at narcissistapocalypse@pm.meClick on the title to read about Coercive Control as Care: Signs & PatternsSign up to our Domestic Violence Newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon debriefs Doris’s story through the lens of manufactured responsibility. Her abuser presented his violence as something Doris could prevent by managing his “triggers.” He praised her as the person who could help him reach his potential, then drew her into comforting him after he hurt her.Brandon explores how accusations and constantly changing demands kept Doris focused on what she could do differently. He also examines why fear for her daughter made leaving feel dangerous, even as staying meant living with his abuse.CONTENT WARNING - We graphically discuss physical abuse in this episode. This episode is sponsored by Rebound Health. Learn more, check your insurance coverage, or schedule a free 15-minute call at hellorebound.com/naIf you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please send us an email at narcissistapocalypse@pm.meClick on the title to read about Coercive Control as Care: Signs & PatternsSign up to our Domestic Violence Newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this rerelease episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Doris shares how a relationship that began with trust became a life organized around her abuser's anger issues. The relationship was ruled by his jealousy, threats, and physical violence. Doris hoped that the relationship could change, as the abuser did apologize, but the apologies were meaningless, and the relationship only got increasingly dangerous as time went on. It's a story of narcissistic abuse, domestic violence, coercive control, physical abuse, emotional abuse, intimidation, control, threats, jealousy, cheating, accusations, isolation, manipulation, guilt, resets, hoovering, cycle of abuse, trauma bonding, walking on eggshells, movign goal posts, impossible demands, control through parenting, fear of leaving an abuser, protecting a child from abuse, post-separation abuse, child custody, protection orders, and family court.CONTENT WARNING - We graphically discuss physical abuse in this episode. This episode is sponsored by Rebound Health. Learn more, check your insurance coverage, or schedule a free 15-minute call at hellorebound.com/naIf you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please send us an email at narcissistapocalypse@pm.meClick on the title to read about Coercive Control as Care: Signs & PatternsSign up to our Domestic Violence Newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon speaks with Lori Ann Roland (LPC) about how narcissistic abuse, trauma, and addiction can intersect. They discuss the pull of trauma bonds and the ways people may cope with the distress of an abusive relationship. They also explore what can remain after the relationship ends, why recovery takes time, and how survivors can begin recognizing their own patterns and needs.You can reach Lori Ann Roland at https://loriannroland.com/To listen to a survivor story that showcases this type of addiction -> Sunshine's storyThis episode is sponsored by Rebound Health. Learn more, check your insurance coverage, or schedule a free 15-minute call at hellorebound.com/naIf you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please send us an email at narcissistapocalypse@pm.meClick on the title to read about Coercive Control as Care: Signs & PatternsSign up to our Domestic Violence Newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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