Kerry McAvoy

S3 EP93: Brainwashed & Spellbound: How Narcissistic Abuse is Really a Cult of Two

Send us a text Have you considered that a narcissistically abusive relationship is actually a cult of two? Daniella Mestyanek-Young, author of Uncultured and expert in cult dynamics, joins us to discuss the similarities between cult leaders and narcissists. Be sure to follow Daniella!TikTok – @knittingcultladyWebsite: Uncultureyourself.comAnd get a copy of her book, Uncultured: https://amzn.to/3CDhFcY…

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S3 EP92: Being Taken for Granted? How to Protect Your Big-Heartedness from Toxic People’s Manipulation

Send us a text As a nod to this week’s holidays, let’s revisit three of my favorite episodes that discuss how to handle being too big- or kind-hearted. We at the Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse podcast hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday! Are you interested in the Podcast Extra Interviews? Get immediate access…

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S3 EP91: The High Costs of Toxic Relationships on Health, Wealth, and Peace of Mind

Send us a text Narcissistic relationships are parasitic in nature. Toxic personalities often drain others of their time, money, attention, and resources. In this podcast, Lisa Sonni joins me to discuss the high and sometimes hidden cost of narcissistic relationships. Reference: The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel Van de Kolk: https://amzn.to/3AtGt6z Looking for direction…

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S3 EP90: Feeling Confused? How Toxic People Keep Us Baffled and Stuck

Send us a text Have you noticed that when you’re finally ready to leave, your toxic or narcissistic partner suddenly does something amazing? How they surprise you to keep you off balance and confused about the state of the relationship? In this episode, Lisa Sonni joins to discuss how narcissists and other toxic people use…

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S3 EP89: When You Can’t Leave or Stay: How to Recognize a Trauma Bond

Send us a text There comes a point when you know you need to leave, but you can’t. The connection with your loved one is too powerful. In this episode, Rossana Faye joins me to discuss the signs and symptoms of a late-stage trauma bond. If you think you’ve been trauma bonded, become a subscriber…

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S3 EP88: When You’ve Been Driven Mad and Snap: The Power of Reactive Abuse

Send us a text Has someone driven you to the breaking point? When you just lose it and snap? This week, Rossana Faye joins me to discuss the destructive power of reactive abuse. Victims often feel terribly guilty afterward, yet they’ve been deliberately provoked into reacting. To learn how to stop reactive abuse, subscribe for…

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S3 EP87: Is it Just the Silent Treatment or Really Rejection? Why Stonewalling is Harmful

Send us a text Is it Just the Silent Treatment or Really Rejection? Why Stonewalling is Harmful Silence occurs for many reasons, but sometimes it’s intentionally used as punishment. Rossana Faye joins me in this podcast episode to discuss why stonewalling is so painful. Silence can be weaponized to send powerful messages of rage and…

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S3 EP86: Why is My Partner a Narcissist? Which is it—A Nature or Nurture Problem?

Send us a text Are narcissists born or made? And why does this question matter, considering the terrible toll of narcissistic abuse? This week, psychotherapist Dr. Peter Salerno joins me to discuss the root causes of narcissism along with the common misunderstandings about Narcissistic Personality Disorder.  Learn the importance of understanding the underpinning of this…

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S3 EP85: Does Childhood Abuse Leave a Lasting Legacy in Adult Relationships: An Interview with Nia Renee

Send us a text What is the impact of childhood abuse on adult relationships? Can children overcome early trauma? Nia Renee joins me this week to discuss the lasting legacy of abuse. She describes the impact of chronic gaslighting and neglect on her later relationships. Learn what role resiliency and determination played in helping break…

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S3 EP84: How Narcissistic Abuse Could Cost You Your Identity: The Dangers of Echoism

Send us a text Are you speaking up less? Fawning more? There’s a high cost to living with a narcissist, and it could be your identity. This week, Lynn Strathdee, psychodynamic therapist, joins me to discuss echoism, the true opposite personality style to narcissism. She shares how fawning could result in a loss of our…

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