How do you protect your children (and yourself) from the toxic effects of a narcissistic co-parent?

Co-parenting with someone who displays narcissistic traits can feel like navigating a minefield. In this episode, Margeaux Groene MA, LPC and I give you crucial advice to help you manage this tough situation and shield your kids from emotional harm.

In this episode, you will:

• Learn how to spot the 4 major red flags of narcissistic people, so you can recognize what you’re dealing with
• Discover strategies to support your children's emotional wellbeing when they’re dealing with a narcissistic parent
• Better see how to take care of yourself during post-separation abuse, helping you stay grounded and maintain your sanity

▶️ Tune in for an insights and advice on how to make it through this challenging scenario and protect your kids from potential emotional fallout.

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In this gripping podcast, listeners explore the complex dynamics of toxic relationships, unpacking themes like narcissistic abuse, gaslighting, cognitive dissonance, and emotional manipulation, while delving into how empathy, attachment styles, and people pleasing behaviors contribute to codependency, trauma bonding, and emotional abuse. The host and guests share real stories of betrayal, guilt, and heartbreak—all while guiding survivors through letting go of an ex, identifying red flags, reclaiming self worth and confidence, establishing boundaries, and rebuilding emotional safety after love bombing, manipulation, self doubt, and deep-rooted trauma.