Narcissists, Gaslighters, and Cheaters, Oh My!15 Nov 2023

Unexpected Validation and Hope

Nancy grew up with a toxic mother and lost her father to suicide. She built a beautiful life anyway.

In this episode, Nancy takes us through the kind of childhood that leaves marks — and the long, nonlinear journey of deciding those marks don't get to be the whole story. She talks about setting boundaries with her mother, finding unexpected light in unexpected places, and the moments of validation that arrived later in life than she expected but meant everything when they did.

This is a story about what's possible when you refuse to let your worst chapters define you.

Narcissists, Gaslighters, & Cheaters, Oh My! — real folks, real stories, survival & healing.

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of toxic abuse, narcissistic abuse, suicide, and any topics that may disturb some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.

If this episode brings up anything around suicide or loss, please reach out. Call or text 988 to connect with the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — free, confidential support available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You matter, and help is there.

Behk and LAH are not doctors or therapists. Nothing shared on this podcast should be taken as medical or professional advice.

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Hosts: Behk & LAH

Production & Design: LAHarden

Music: No Reason Why by Anchor

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