In this week’s episode, we get into what it’s like when you find yourself in the position of having to tell someone in your life the truth about your narcissistic parent. Adding to the laundry list of responsibilities we take on as children of narcissistic parents, so many of us have to decide whether to uphold the image of our parent or be honest about our experience with them. From letting others in to ignoring birthday texts, so many of us are often put in a position that, on the surface, can be easily perceived as the ‘bad guy.’

0:00 Intro

0:26 Emotionally Abuse Is Easily Hidden

7:12 Running Into My Teacher

11:11 The Uncertainties of Speaking Out

14:02 Changing Their Opinion

16:24 Reclaim Your Narrative

18:20 Letting Go

24:39 Transparency in Relationships

28:28 Responsibilities and Birthday Texts

38:10 Drawing the Line

39:10 My Question to You