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What if the reason you feel like you're always “nagging” has nothing to do with you being difficult — and everything to do with deliberate provocation?In this episode, Dr. Kerry McAvoy and Lynn Strathdee break down the hidden mechanics behind pathological provocation — why abuser ...  عرض المزيد

Why did the narcissist’s collapse look so real — curled on the floor, shaking, sweating, begging you not to leave — yet nothing changed after?What looks like a breakdown is often a temporary loss of status, not a loss of identity — the defensive structure drops for 30 seconds, th ...  عرض المزيد

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 ...  عرض المزيد

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 ...  عرض المزيد

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 ...  عرض المزيد