SmartEmpath® Podcast - Skills to Heal Beyond Narcissistic Abuse for Empaths
Empathy isn’t weakness—it’s power. But if you’re an empath, you’ve probably felt how easily it can be used against you—especially in relationships. Maybe you’ve been gaslighted, love-bombed, or blamed for everything wrong in your marriage. Maybe you’ve bent over backward to fix things, only to be met with coldness, control, or even cruelty.
The truth is, narcissists thrive on the empathy of others—and if you don’t have the skills to protect yourself, you become their supply.
On The SmartEmpath® Podcast, I break down how narcissistic manipulation works, why trauma bonds feel impossible to escape, and what you can do to reclaim your power in love, life, and beyond.
But this isn’t just happening in personal relationships. Narcissism is on the rise everywhere—including politics.
We are watching political leaders, like Trump, use the same playbook of control, gaslighting, and blind loyalty—not just on individuals, but entire nations. Democracy itself is at risk, and many of you are feeling the weight of it—watching division unfold in your families, your communities, and even your own homes.
But hear this: You are not powerless.
I know what it means to feel deeply, crave real connection, and see through the noise when others don’t. That’s why this podcast isn’t just about learning—it’s about discussing, questioning, and building a community of empaths who refuse to be drained by toxic people or systems.
Join the conversation. Drop your thoughts, questions, and stories. This is your space to get real, get skilled, and take back your power.
— Dr. Michael Haggstrom
