In this (I know, I know...VERY OVERDUE) podcast, we talk about how Jill officially parted ways with her mother and we talk about a new twist on how to set boundaries that some might find easier to enforce! So, welcome back! Grab a cup of coffee or maybe some Xanax (we don't judge here) and have a listen!

It's a nightmare learning to trust again after being in a narcissistic relationship. It's worse if you've had multiple narcissistic relationships. This week Jill talks about trust and learning to trust. And, how to get past this stuff. She gives six-core insights about the process of recovering from narcissistic abuse. And, this week's idea for feeling better takes us out of our own heads and into the realm of kindness. Which, sounds way more woo-woo than it actually is! Have a listen!

When you think about narcissists you probably think of those out-there “LOOK AT ME!!!” People we all roll our eyes at. But, meanwhile, covert narcissists are lurking in the dark. Covert narcissists are introverts. But, if you’re an introvert, are you a narcissist? Let’s untangle that together! Jill also gives three quick useful tips on feeling better RIGHT NOW!

Have you ever wondered why it was so super hard to end a relationship with a narcissist? Have you ever asked yourself “Why can’t I just walk away?” Or, had a friend in a relationship that looked AWFUL and said “why doesn’t he or she just leave him or her?” Find yourself checking their social media every 5 minutes? Only to feel worse? The short answer to all of these questions is “Trauma Bonding.” We take a look at how they do it, what happens to us chemically, and how we can tell if we are in one of these relationships. Plus, we look at what the “Gray Rock” method is (in dealing with unpleasant or manipulative people) and how to do it.

Having a narcissistic parent can lead children to grow up as adults with some quirky-quirks, y’all! We survived! But…knowledge is power! This week we go through the traits we can take on in our childhood that might not be helping us in our adulthood. And, we look at being the parent to our inner-child as a way to reverse some of those.

Just what IS the difference between a psychopath and a sociopath? What's the one give away that you’re about to enter a relationship with a sociopath? What is the method to their (literal) madness? And...how can you protect yourself? Come find out! The tool this week is plucked from the old Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tool box and is a guided exercise/meditation in the acceptance of feelings. (Don’t do this while you’re driving!).

When the smoke dissipates from the love bombing phase and the narcissist starts to play games, Triangulation is one of their favorite tools to make you miserable! In this episode we take a hard look at what happens when the narcissist starts pitting people (sometimes loved ones, sometimes complete strangers) against each other to keep themselves in power. And, the self-help tool for the week is "Thank you, Mind!" What the hell is that? Tune in and find out! BONUS! This episode contains an EXTRA self-help tool that's simple, quick and super effective. Have a listen!

Who is just the cutest little baby? Hopefully not YOU! This week we dive deep into infantilization--what it is and why they do it! And, we start taking a look at Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Sounds daunting and scary! OOOOHHHH! But, it’s actually not at all. And, in this week’s dramatic journal reading, Jill’s ex-neighbor gets his comeuppance via produce!

Gaslighting was one of the most popular words in 2018.  What is it?  How is it done?  Is it being done to you?  Have a listen and see!  Does Jill have a monkey living in her head?  (Kinda.) And, are you grateful?  If not, you might be missing out!   Each week Jill Maragos will dive into who these sneaky SOB’s really are, what they do, and why they do it.  And, she will share some tips and tricks for becoming “narcissist proof” (spoiler alert – it’s loving yourself! And, it’s not as hard as it seems.). Questions, comments, or send your own horror story to Jill, send an email to evilmompod@gmail.com Jill Maragos grew up in Buffalo, NY where she earned Bachelor's Degrees in Broadcast Journalism and Mechanical Engineering. She developed her sense of humor while surviving her crazy family (an actual professional would probably call it a ‘coping mechanism’). Although she herself is not a professional therapist/counselor, she is very much a survivor of it. She is a nationally touring Stand-Up Comic working regularly with Greg Proops (Whose Line is it Anyway? – ABC) and Tom Papa (Co-Host of What a Joke with Papa and Fortune – SiriusXM). She lives in Memphis with her husband, Matt, and her two dogs, Oscar and Ernie. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week we look at how narcissists aren’t all that far off from serial killers, have a close look at Cluster B personality disorders, and give meditation a chance. Have a listen because this week’s dramatic journal reading is not to be missed!

In this episode, Jill gives us the 411 on Trauma Bonds. What are they really? Where do they come from? What's wrong with me?!?! How do I fix this? And, we go through a list of positive things that people should tell their kids and try them out on ourselves! (Time to push some of our own buttons!) And, of course, there's a dramatic journal reading of the week! Who was knocking on Jill's door and why are her knees peeling? Push play and find out!

Wonder if you’re in a relationship with a narcissist? Or, having trouble getting over one? In the first episode of “My Mom is a Bitch” we get to know what pattern a narcissistic relationship follows, and learn one quick way to reclaim your mental real estate. And, Jill performs a dramatic journal reading about a sketchy chiropractor from 2016!

Have a parent or sibling who can be flat-out evil to you?  Or a partner who started out so sweet and loving only to turn into the devil incarnate?  But, somehow, everyone else thinks they’re just great? You’re not crazy. You’re just in a relationship with a narcissist! Each week Jill Maragos will dive into who these sneaky SOB’s really are, what they do, and why they do it.  And, she will share some tips and tricks for becoming “narcissist proof” (spoiler alert – it’s loving yourself! And, it’s not as hard as it seems.). Questions, comments or send your own horror story to Jill, send an email to evilmompod@gmail.com Jill Maragos grew up in Buffalo, NY where she earned Bachelor Degrees in Broadcast Journalism and Mechanical Engineering. She developed her sense of humor while surviving her crazy family (an actual professional would probably call it a ‘coping mechanism’). Although, she herself is not a professional therapist/counselor, she is very much a survivor of it. She is a nationally touring Stand-Up Comic working regularly with Greg Proops (Whose Line is it Anyway? – ABC) and Tom Papa (Co-Host of What a Joke with Papa and Fortune – SiriusXM). She lives in Memphis with her husband, Matt, and her two dogs, Oscar and Ernie. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.