Narcissists, Gaslighters, and Cheaters, Oh My!

In this episode, we sit down with Alice, who shares her compelling and heart-wrenching journey from growing up in a family with a special needs brother to navigating a marriage marked by narcissism, selfishness, and infidelity. Alice's story sheds light on the emotional toll of being in a relationship where one partner refuses to grow up, leaving the other to shoulder the weight of responsibility.

Alice opens up about her childhood, where her family’s focus was largely on her brother, leaving her feeling isolated and socially limited. As an escape, she turned to online gaming, where she met the man who would eventually become her husband. From the start, his immaturity and extreme selfishness were apparent, but Alice was determined to make things work.

Throughout their marriage, Alice worked tirelessly to support their small family, balancing school, housework, and financial responsibilities. Despite her dedication, she repeatedly discovered signs of betrayal: inappropriate online relationships and explicit images on his phone. Alice's resilience was tested time and again as she tried to keep everything together, but eventually, after nine years of marriage, she found the strength to leave.

Join Behk and LAH as they dive deep into Alice's story, unpacking the dynamics of narcissism, gaslighting, and infidelity, and how Alice broke free from years of emotional turmoil to rebuild her life. This episode is a powerful reminder that healing and self-empowerment are possible, even after years of emotional neglect and betrayal.

Tune in for a raw and inspiring conversation on surviving toxic relationships and reclaiming your life!

Content Warning: This episode discusses various forms of toxic behavior, narcissistic abuse, and any topics that may disturb some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.

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