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Food shouldn't feel like a threat — but for narcissistic abuse survivors, it often does.In this viewer stories episode, survivors share exactly how the narcissist in their life weaponized food — turning meals into rituals of control, criticism, and shame. Kerry shares her own exp ...  Show more

Food is the most primal human need — and narcissists know it. The demands that ruin a vacation. The meal that is never made right. The praise given once, then withheld forever. These are calculated moves in a much larger control strategy.In this conversation, Dr. Kerry McAvoy and ...  Show more

If you've been stuck in a relationship with someone who is not treating you well, and who is causing you hurt, anxiety, pain and frustration, now is a wonderful time to consider leaving your toxic relationship behind... and creating a new chapter full of healing, health and happi ...  Show more

Why does it feel nearly impossible to leave a narcissist? If you’ve ever been in a narcissistic relationship (whether it be romantic, a friendship, or a family member) you know how hard it is to leave. In today's episode, I dive into this subject . . . and how to avoid th ...

Are you in a relationship that does not feel good to you? Perhaps you're currently in a toxic relationship or you've been in one before? It can feel like you're stuck while you're in it or you may feel you're repeating the same pattern with unhealthy relationships. Listen to toda ...  Show more

How does one know that the relationship they are in is toxic or abusive? I often add the disclaimer to relationship anxiety content to disregard my insight if you're in a toxic or abusive relationship. In this episode, I lay out my nuanced thoughts on this, knowing full well ther ...  Show more