Bitch Is A Bad Word is a real, raw, and unapologetic domestic violence podcast that digs deep into healing, reclaiming power, and rewriting the rules after toxic relationships, domestic violence, domestic abuse, narcissistic abuse, coercive control, and financial abuse. Hosted by Lindsay, a mom of four with zero fancy letters behind her name, this show is a no-BS conversation about breaking free and finding your voice.
Each week, we bring in experts, survivors, and the real-life stories that break open the shame and stigma—because 1 in 3 women in the U.S. experience domestic violence, and these stories matter.
If you’re navigating your own journey, standing in solidarity with others, curious about how to help someone, or unsure if you’re in an abusive relationship, this is the show you need. This domestic abuse podcast is your space to heal, learn, and rise together.
Don’t miss our weekly Bitch Sesh, where we spill the tea, share survivor stories, and talk about the messy, beautiful process of taking our lives back—one story at a time.
Join the conversation. Share your story. Let’s break the cycle together.
Because bitch is a bad word when it’s used to tear you down — but if you’re in the Bestie Gang, being a bitch means you’re a baddie. We've got your back, Besties!
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Bitch Is A Bad Word is a real, raw, and unapologetic domestic violence podcast that digs deep into healing, reclaiming power, and rewriting the rules after toxic relationships, domestic violence, domestic abuse, narcissistic abuse, coercive control, and financial abuse. Hosted by Lindsay, a mom of four with zero fancy letters behind her name, this show is a no-BS conversation about breaking free and finding your voice.
Each week, we bring in experts, survivors, and the real-life stories that break open the shame and stigma—because 1 in 3 women in the U.S. experience domestic violence, and these stories matter.
If you’re navigating your own journey, standing in solidarity with others, curious about how to help someone, or unsure if you’re in an abusive relationship, this is the show you need. This domestic abuse podcast is your space to heal, learn, and rise together.
Don’t miss our weekly Bitch Sesh, where we spill the tea, share survivor stories, and talk about the messy, beautiful process of taking our lives back—one story at a time.
Join the conversation. Share your story. Let’s break the cycle together.
Because bitch is a bad word when it’s used to tear you down — but if you’re in the Bestie Gang, being a bitch means you’re a baddie. We've got your back, Besties!
🎙️ Weekly episodes
🎧 Available on all podcast platforms + full video on YouTube
📩 Subscribe to our newsletter
📱 Join our Patreon
📞 Call or text us: (331) BITCHES
🛍️ Merch store (coming soon!)
🌐 www.caliber-studio.com | ✉️ biabw@caliber-studio.com
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What if the success you’ve been chasing isn’t what you actually want anymore?
In this bold and enlightening episode of Bitch Is a Bad Word, Lindsay sits down with career strategist and reinvention expert Daisy Swan to talk about what happens when the ladder you’ve been climbing suddenly feels like it’s up against the wrong wall.
From Wall Street burnout to Malibu surfing, Daisy has helped thousands of women navigate the messy, beautiful space between who they were and who they’re becoming. Together, Lindsay and Daisy break down the “midlife wakeup,” how to reclaim your voice after decades of overachieving, and why giving yourself permission to want something else is the first step to getting it.
This episode is your permission slip to pivot, your reminder that you’re not too late — and a masterclass in trusting yourself to build a life you actually love.
Inside This Episode:
About Daisy:
Daisy Swan is a career strategist, reinvention coach, and longtime meditation teacher helping people find clarity, direction, and fulfillment in work and life. Known as “The Los Angeles Career Counselor,” she specializes in helping high-achieving women navigate transitions, break through burnout, and build careers aligned with who they are now.
Bestie Freebie:
Explore more of Daisy’s work, coaching, and reinvention resources at daisyswan.com
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What happens when a survivor breaks free from strangulation, abuse, and a broken system — and finds her voice to fight back?
In this honest and gripping episode of Bitch Is a Bad Word, Lindsay sits down with Staci, a survivor of domestic violence and strangulation by a repeat offender still walking free. Staci shares her courageous journey through trauma, the failures of the justice system, and how speaking out can save lives and ignite change.
They dive into the dangerous cycle of abuse, trauma bonding, and the urgent need to believe survivors the first time. This conversation is essential for anyone impacted by abuse or seeking to support those fighting to reclaim their power.
Inside This Episode:
About Stacy:
Staci is a brave domestic violence survivor and advocate who co-founded Open Voices, a peer support app designed to help survivors and others find connection and healing through shared experience.
Bestie Freebie:
Discover Open Voices on the App Store — a safe space for peer support and real conversations about domestic violence, mental health, and more. Visit https://openvoices.co and follow Stacy on Instagram @the.stacii.w for inspiration and updates.
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So you're still toeing the line, trying to "be reasonable" for court, still hoping you can co-parent with someone who thrives on chaos. This week on Bitch Is a Bad Word, Jackie Miller - divorce strategist, high-conflict coach, and professional BS caller - joins Lindsay to break down the narcissist's post-separation playbook.
We’re talking:
Jackie brings her signature truth bombs, strategy, and one-liners that will make you laugh while calling you in.
If you're in the fight of your life and trying to keep your sanity, this episode is your blueprint.
Listen now on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
And listen to Jackie's podcast OUT OF CRAZYTOWN: DIVORCING A NARCISSIST
Because they know your buttons. But this week, you’re unplugging the whole damn panel.
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What happens when a mother drops her daughter off at school—and never sees her again? In this gut-wrenching episode of Bitch Sesh, Lindsay sits down with “M,” a doctor, mother, and fierce advocate who dropped her daughter off at school one morning and never saw her come home. It’s been 262 days. No warning, no goodbye. Just a so-called “temporary” custody order that became a silent sentence. From lost milestones to supervised calls, M shares her story of post-separation abuse, litigation trauma, and relentless love. This is a call for family court reform and a voice for silenced mothers
We unpack the truth behind family court trauma, post-separation abuse, and the terrifying reality so many protective mothers face. M's story is a powerful call to action and a heartbreaking reminder that this system is failing the very people it claims to protect.
Inside This Episode:
About M:
M is a physician, a mother, and a survivor. She’s part of the National Safe Parents Coalition and an advocate for reforming the family court system. Her story is both a warning and a rallying cry for every mother told to stay quiet, and every child caught in the middle.
If you or someone you know needs immediate help, please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233
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What happens when the narcissist loses control of you and starts targeting your kids instead?
In this raw and revealing episode of Bitch Is a Bad Word, Lindsay sits down with high-conflict divorce strategist Victoria McCooey, who shares what every woman needs to know before leaving a narcissistic or abusive partner and what’s waiting on the other side when you do it with strategy and power.
Victoria explains how narcissists often shift their abuse to the children once they can no longer manipulate their partner, and how you can become the safe, steady place your child needs when the gaslighting turns on them. Whether you’re preparing to leave, knee-deep in a court battle, or struggling to co-parent with someone hellbent on control, this episode is your map, your mirror, and your megaphone.
Inside This Episode:
About Victoria:
Victoria McCooey is a high-conflict divorce coach, narcissist abuse expert, and founder of Divorce Allies, a powerful support platform helping women navigate toxic relationships and emerge with clarity, confidence, and community. She offers one-on-one coaching, an expert-led membership program, and dozens of resources to help you leave smart and stay strong.
Bestie Freebie:
Download Victoria’s essential guide: Five Things Every Woman Should Know Before Divorcing a Narcissist, plus access support calls, expert workshops, and more at https://www.victoriamccooey.com/ and https://www.thedivorceallies.com/
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What happens when the man who once felt like home becomes the reason you fear for your safety?
In this gripping episode of Bitch Sesh, Lindsay sits down with Nelsy, a veteran, mother, and survivor of a long-term abusive relationship that began with a single slap and spiraled into years of coercive control. It started in the barracks, with charm, attention, and tenderness… and it ended with holes in the walls, shattered belongings, and a system that protected him over her.
We talk about what it means to report abuse in the military, how trauma bonds are formed, and the emotional whiplash of being gaslit by someone who swears they love you. Nelsy’s story is raw, devastating, and all too common and her voice is a rallying cry for women who’ve been told to stay silent.
Inside This Episode:
About Nelsy:
Nelsy is a veteran, advocate, and survivor who now speaks openly about domestic violence and military silence. Her courage in telling the truth is a gift and a warning to every woman who’s ever second-guessed her gut.
If you or someone you know needs immediate help, please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233
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What if the thing that makes you lovable is the very thing an abuser uses to trap you?
In this unforgettable episode of Bitch Is a Bad Word, I sit down with Leslie Morgan Steiner—author of the New York Times bestseller Crazy Love, TEDx speaker, and former editor at Seventeen to unravel how a smart, successful Harvard grad found herself isolated, gaslit, manipulated, and eventually beaten by the man she thought was her soulmate.
From the subway where they met to the final brutal assault that nearly ended her life, Leslie walks us through how emotional abuse creeps in slowly, how it’s disguised as love, and how even the strongest women can get stuck in the cycle. It wasn’t weakness that kept her there—it was love, loyalty, shame, and a belief that she could save him.
We talk about the psychological warfare behind domestic violence, the myths we’re sold about being “the strong woman behind a troubled man,” and the cultural pressure to nurture—even when it costs us everything.
Leslie’s story is one of survival, awakening, and ultimately reclaiming power. If you’ve ever been told you’re too emotional, too loyal, or too forgiving—this conversation will change the way you see yourself, and the way you define love.
Inside This Episode:
• What love bombing really feels like
• Why even educated, empowered women stay
• How abusers isolate you and erode your reality
• The link between childhood trauma and toxic partners
• The final choice that saved her life-and what it cost
• Why abuse is never about intelligence or self-worth
• How to trust yourself again, even after the unthinkable
About Leslie Morgan Steiner:
https://www.lesliemorgansteiner.com/
Leslie is a bestselling author, speaker, and domestic violence survivor whose TEDx talk “Why Domestic Violence Victims Don’t Leave” has over 17 million views. Her memoir Crazy Love is a raw, intimate account of falling for and escaping a man who nearly killed her. Today, she’s a fierce advocate for survivors, a voice for women who’ve been silenced, and proof that life after abuse is not only possible, it is powerful.
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What if your body knew the truth before your brain could catch up?
In this riveting episode of Bitch Is a Bad Word, I sit down with Kelly Sutliff, a trauma-informed psychotherapist, domestic abuse survivor, and founder of Kelly’s Canines—a nonprofit providing canine support for survivors of trauma. Despite her professional training, Kelly found herself entangled in a high-speed relationship with a pathological abuser who manipulated, gaslit, drugged and assaulted her behind closed doors.
Here’s the most chilling part: her abuser once told her she’d “end up on TV”—for his murder, the one he planned to stage and blame on her. But the plot twist? She ended up on TV for surviving his abuse. Kelly’s story was later featured on the true crime docuseries Toxic: Secrets Behind the Mask, exposing the calculated manipulation, coercion, and psychological warfare she endured.
We unpack what it means when your intuition speaks, why smart and strong women get targeted, and how shame keeps us stuck in silence. Kelly’s story is raw, brave, and necessary—and it’s going to change the way you think about trauma, red flags, and trusting your gut.
Inside This Episode:
• The difference between red flags and pink flags—and why they matter
• How abusers fast-track relationships to gain control
• Why even trained professionals can fall for manipulators
• What it means to be love-bombed, gaslit, and stalked
• How to break free, especially when kids are involved
• Why trauma-informed therapy is non-negotiable for real healing
About Kelly Sutliff:
Kelly is a licensed psychotherapist, survivor, and co-founder of Kelly’s Canines, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing trauma-informed canine companionship to abuse survivors. She brings deep clinical knowledge, lived experience, and fierce compassion to every conversation—especially this one.
Visit Kelly at www.kellysutlifflpc.com
If you or someone you know needs immediate help, please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233
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What if the chaos you’re in feels familiar—because it is?
In this validating and unflinching episode of Bitch Is a Bad Word, I’m joined by somatic trauma expert Phoenix Gould for a conversation that will hit home for anyone who’s ever loved someone who flipped from warm to cruel in seconds—and made you feel like it was your fault.
We explore the terrifying emotional terrain of narcissistic relationships, especially for women conditioned in childhood to tolerate emotional abandonment. Phoenix shares how our nervous systems respond in survival mode, why basic kindness can feel revolutionary, and what it really means to practice self-love when leaving isn’t yet an option.
Inside This Episode:
• Why stonewalling and the silent treatment feel so familiar
• The biological reason your brain can’t “think clearly” in the relationship
• What happens when a narcissist senses they’re losing control
• How to hold space for shame without letting it define you
• Whether healing is even possible while you’re still with them
About Phoenix Gould:
Phoenix is a somatic trauma educator and therapist who helps survivors of abuse reclaim their bodies, boundaries, and sense of self. Her work centers on nervous system repair, radical self-compassion, and empowering women to break generational patterns.
For Radical Self-Love Coaching, Find Phoenix:
On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/phoenixcorecoaching/
WhatsApp: +1 780-268-9888
Or Email Her: phoenix@phoenixcore.ca
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What if healing didn’t come in a bottle—but in a mushroom grown from the dirt?
In this powerful episode of Bitch Is a Bad Word, I’m joined by Tracey Tee, founder of Moms on Mushrooms, to talk about motherhood, microdosing, and the kind of healing no one teaches us—especially not in a doctor’s office. We talk about how psilocybin is helping women process trauma, release rage, and get clarity on the choices that actually serve them.
Tracey breaks down what it means to be whole in your pain, why community is essential when you're waking up, and how mushrooms help moms stop people-pleasing and start listening to their gut—even when it goes against everything we've been told.
Inside This Episode:
• Why crying for five days doesn’t mean it’s not working—it means it is
• What Big Pharma won’t tell you about emotional processing
• How to “two sleeps” your way out of a fight with your ex
• What psilocybin can do that SSRIs never could
• Why you don’t have to respond to every message from your narcissist co-parent
• What it looks like to take radical responsibility for your own healing
• How Moms on Mushrooms is building community off social media and outside the algorithm
About Moms on Mushrooms:
Founded by Tracey Tee, Moms on Mushrooms is a digital community and education platform for mothers exploring microdosing, plant medicine, and personal transformation. With courses, peer support, and private forums, M.O.M. offers a grounded space to heal, connect, and reclaim your story—one dose at a time.
Visit them at https://www.momsonmushrooms.com/
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What if you could take the chaos of your divorce and build something that actually works—for you?
In this empowering episode of Bitch Is a Bad Word, I’m joined by Alex and Amanda, certified mediators and co-hosts of the Dirty Laundry Podcast. These two brilliant Canadians specialize in helping women navigate the legal minefield after leaving abusive relationships—and today, they're breaking down how to build a post-separation plan on your own terms.
We dive deep into the realities of self-representation, family court, and co-parenting with a high-conflict or abusive ex. Whether you're knee-deep in legal drama or just trying to figure out your next step, this episode is packed with clarity, strategy, and truth.
Inside This Episode:
• Why mediation might be your best move after leaving an abuser
• How to “Frankenstein” your divorce using the right experts at the right time
• What the courts don’t tell you about parenting plans
• Alternatives to hiring a shark lawyer (and why you might not need one)
• What every woman should know before walking into family court
About Dirty Laundry:
Alex and Amanda are certified mediators and hosts of the Dirty Laundry Podcast, a must-listen for anyone navigating toxic exes, legal chaos, and the healing that comes after. They bring sharp insight, deep empathy, and a much-needed dose of realness to the family law space.
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In this honest and uplifting episode of Bitch is a Bad Word, Jenn from Single Mom Society breaks down the myths around single motherhood — the struggles everyone talks about, but also the hard-won freedoms that come from walking away from toxic relationships. If you’ve ever felt trapped or doubted your choice to leave, this one’s for you.
We’re talking about the tough realities of child support, toxic exes, and parenting solo — but also the powerful freedom of setting your own rules, cooking what you want for dinner, and living without fear. Jenn shares what it really means to be brave enough to leave and reclaim your life, even when it gets harder before it gets better.
You’ll learn:
This episode is perfect for listeners looking for:
About Jenn:
Jenn is the founder of Single Mom Society, a vibrant community and resource hub where single moms can connect 24/7 with other women who get it — and find expert guidance to thrive. Jenn’s mission is to uplift, empower, and remind every single mom she’s not alone. Listen to the Single Mom Society Podcast here!
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Can you be raped by your own partner? Yes. And too many survivors don’t even realize it until it’s too late.
In this explosive episode of Bitch Is a Bad Word, civil attorney Jessica Pride joins me to call it what it is: sexual assault within a relationship is still sexual assault. We’re tearing down the myths that say consent is automatic once you’re married, dating, or committed—and exposing the legal system survivors can actually use to fight back.
If you’ve ever had that gut feeling—“this doesn’t feel right”—but didn’t have the words, this episode is for you.
Inside This Episode:
About Jessica Pride:
Jessica is a fierce advocate and nationally respected civil attorney fighting for survivors of sexual violence in the San Diego area. Through bold legal action and public education, she helps survivors take back their power—and their peace.
https://www.pridelawfirm.com/
She has also founded the newly opened Sirona Healing Center, a center and place of recovery for victims of sexual assault, in San Diego, CA.
https://sironahealing.com/
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In this revealing episode of Bitch is a Bad Word, Cory Ann shares her intense story of falling for a charming stranger on a dating app — only to find herself trapped in a toxic relationship marked by manipulation, trauma bonding, and emotional abuse. If you’ve ever wondered how something that starts so hopeful can turn so dark, this episode is for you.
We explore the subtle warning signs of domestic violence, the pressure to say “I love you” too soon, and the dangerous transformation of charm into control. Cory Ann opens up about recognizing abuse, breaking free from trauma bonds, and reclaiming her strength and voice. It’s honest, insightful, and essential listening for anyone navigating or supporting someone through abusive relationships.
You’ll learn:
This episode is perfect for listeners looking for:
About Cory Ann:
Cory Ann is a courageous survivor and advocate who shares her experience to shed light on the complexities of dating abuse and emotional trauma. Through her story, she inspires others to recognize the signs, break free, and rebuild their lives with resilience and self-worth.
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In this powerful episode of Bitch is a Bad Word, Azadeh dives into the dark reality of emotional addiction, toxic relationships, and trauma bonding. If you've ever felt stuck in a love that hurts more than it heals, this one’s for you.
We’re talking drug dens, manipulation, heartbreak, and the dangerous high of trauma-bonded love. Azadeh opens up about navigating emotional abuse, sobriety, codependency, and why your heart keeps going back to what nearly broke you. It’s real, it’s raw, and it’s everything you need to hear to break free.
You’ll learn:
This episode is perfect for listeners looking for:
Visit Azadeh @ https://finallyfreelife.com/ for coaching and purchasing her numerous books!
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What happens when family trauma fuels addiction—and how do you break free?
In this raw episode of Bitch Is A Bad Word, We're joined by Josh Connelly—a survivor of toxic parents, substance abuse, and emotional trauma who found sobriety and healing. Josh opens up about growing up with toxic family dynamics, battling addiction, and the difficult path to recovery and emotional freedom. Together, we dive deep into recognizing toxic parents, overcoming substance abuse triggered by family pain, and building a new life of hope and resilience.
If you’re struggling with toxic family relationships, addiction, or healing from trauma—or supporting someone who is—this episode offers powerful insights and encouragement.
Inside This Episode:
About Josh Connelly:
Josh is an advocate for mental health, addiction recovery, and healing from toxic family cycles. He shares his story to empower others facing similar battles.
If you or someone you know needs immediate help, please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233
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What if your life looked picture-perfect—but behind closed doors, it was anything but?
In this deeply honest episode of Bitch Sesh, we’re joined by Heather from Hello Divorce, who discovered Bitch Is a Bad Word after listening to the When Dating Hurts podcast and feeling an urgent pull to reach out. Her story—and the story of a friend living through hidden abuse—reminds us that emotional abuse doesn’t always look like abuse at first… and that leaving safely is never as simple as it sounds.
Together, we break down what financial abuse actually looks like, why couple’s therapy with an abuser is a huge red flag, and how Hello Divorce is helping women reclaim their power—one plan, one payment, one peaceful breath at a time.
Whether you’re living it, recovering from it, or trying to support someone else through it—this episode is for you.
Inside This Episode:
You are not alone. You’re not crazy. And no—you’re not a bitch for doing what you need to do to be safe. We've got your back, Besties!
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What happens when the system meant to protect you actually works against you?
In this raw and unfiltered episode of Bitch is a Bad Word, I’m joined by Tina Swithin—author, mom, and founder of One Mom’s Battle. Tina’s story started in the trenches of a brutal custody battle with a narcissistic ex, where she faced emotional abuse and a family court system that failed her. But she didn’t just survive—she turned her pain into a movement helping thousands of women find their voice and fight back.
Together, we unpack the realities of narcissistic abuse, the emotional and legal trauma of family court battles, and how one woman is changing the narrative for moms everywhere.
Whether you’re currently navigating abuse, healing from it, or standing beside someone who is—this episode is a must-listen.
Inside This Episode:
You are not alone. Your pain is valid. And your voice matters. We've got your back, Besties!
If you or someone you know needs immediate help, please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233
TINA SWITHIN
VISIT Tina: www.onemomsbattle.com
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You don’t need a black eye to be a survivor.
In this raw and revealing episode, I sit down with Marcela, founder of Beyond the Bruise, to talk about what abuse really looks like — and why the healing journey isn’t one-size-fits-all.
Together, we dive deep into what happens after the leaving. The grief. The gaslighting. The shaky steps toward trusting yourself again. Marcela shares her own story of survival and how she now helps other women walk through the fire and into freedom.
If you've ever felt unseen, doubted your own experience, or wondered why you're still healing “so long after” — this episode is for you.
What to Expect in This Episode:
Whether you're still processing or years into recovery, Bitch Is a Bad Word is your space to feel validated, empowered, and unshakably seen. We've got your back, bestie.
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IG: @beyond.the.bruise
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He never hit you… so it couldn’t have been abuse, right?
Wrong. And this week, we’re unpacking exactly why.
Joining me is Laura Richards, narcissistic abuse recovery coach, author of Married to a Nice Guy, and host of the podcast That’s Where I’m At. Together, we talk about what it’s really like to be trapped in a relationship with someone who everyone else thinks is “so nice” — while behind closed doors, your sense of self is slowly unraveling.
Verbal abuse doesn’t always leave bruises — but it leaves marks. In this validating and eye-opening episode, Laura helps us break down the subtle yet devastating effects of emotional abuse. We explore how narcissists weaponize charm, how control can hide in plain sight, and what it takes to truly heal.
What to Expect in This Episode:
Whether you’re still in it, fresh out, or deep in healing — this episode will help you feel seen, supported, and strong.
Tune in now for raw truth, expert insight, and reminders that your story matters.
Because your peace is not too much to ask for — and you were never “crazy” for wanting more.
If you or someone you know needs immediate help, please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233
LAURA RICHARDS
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