Sheena has been on the apps. Sheena has stories.

In this episode, she sits down with us to run through her greatest hits of online dating — and if you've spent any time swiping, you already know exactly the kind of "fun" we're talking about. The unhinged openers. The guys who looked nothing like their photos. The ones who somehow got worse the longer you talked to them.

But Sheena isn't just here to entertain us — though she absolutely does. She's also sharing what she's actually learned from all of it. So stay with us until the end. It's worth it.

Oh my. Let's get into it.

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

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of any topics that may disturb some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.

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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Not every toxic relationship is a romantic one.

In this episode, Alex opens up about navigating life with an overbearing mother-in-law who has made it her mission to be everywhere, in everything, and involved in every decision that isn't hers to make. The good news? Alex's husband isn't just a bystander — he's fully in her corner. The two of them are figuring out together how to hold the line without burning the whole family down.

Boundaries, backup, and one very determined mother-in-law. This one hits different.

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

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of any topics that may disturb some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.

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

Have a story you'd like to share? We'd love to hear it. Submit yours here.

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You met Fred in part one. Now it's Roxy's turn — and she came prepared.

In part two, Roxy introduces us to three exes so spectacularly toxic they each earned their own nickname: Lord Voldemort, Chuck Roast the hobo sexual, and Damien the kitchen shitter. Yes, you read that correctly. Yes, we are going to talk about all of it.

This one runs long — but Fred and Roxy's comedic banter makes every minute worth it. Buckle up, grab a snack, and get comfortable. There are lessons in here too, we promise. Heartfelt, hard-won, hilarious ones.

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

Suggested reading from this episode:

Codependent No More by Melody Beatie

Facing Love Addiction by Pia Mellody

Love Addict by Ethlie Ann Vare

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

If you or someone you love is struggling and it feels like too much to carry alone, 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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Fred and Roxy have a story. It is a lot.

In part one, Fred takes us back to the beginning — a relationship that went from zero to married before anyone stopped to ask the right questions. When you rush in that fast, you don't fall in love so much as you fall into something. And what Fred fell into with Farrah? Well. You're going to want to buckle up.

Part two is coming. Trust us, you'll need it.

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

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

If you or someone you love is struggling and it feels like too much to carry alone, 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.

Have a story you'd like to share? We'd love to hear it. Submit yours here.

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Kate didn't know Justin was using meth. And then — slowly, then all at once — she did.

In this episode, Kate takes us through the relationship that unraveled in real time as addiction took the wheel. What she thought she was seeing and what was actually happening were two very different things. And once the curtain came back? It got real weird, real fast.

This one will have your jaw on the floor.

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

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of drug addiction and any topics that may disturb some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.

If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, you don't have to figure it out alone. Call the SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357 for free, confidential support — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It's a judgment-free call.

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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Lauren thought she knew Jason. She didn't.

In this episode, Lauren opens up about the relationship that slowly revealed itself to be something she never signed up for — a partner who withheld who he really was until he felt comfortable enough to stop hiding, and then expected her compliance anyway. What started as a relationship became something Lauren had to survive.

And that's not even all of it.

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

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

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence of any kind, you are not alone. Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788 for free, confidential support — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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

Have a story you'd like to share? We'd love to hear it. Submit yours here.

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In this episode, Maggie is a brave survivor who will share her harrowing experience and her ongoing struggles with co-parenting in a court system that doesn't always provide the fairness and support survivors need.

Episode Highlights:

• Meet Maggie
• The abusive relationship unveiled
• Navigating the legal system
• Coping and healing
• Lessons learned and advice

Thank you for joining us for this heartbreaking episode. If you or someone you know is experiencing narcissistic abuse or a challenging co-parenting situation, please don't hesitate to seek help.

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

We are not doctors or therapists; you should not take our opinions as medical advice.

If you feel like you may be a victim of domestic violence of any type or in any way please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788 for confidential and free 24/7/365 support.

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Thirteen years. That's how long Sam stayed — loving someone through addiction, narcissistic abuse, and everything that came with it. In this episode, she sits down with us to talk about what kept her there, what finally broke through, and how she built a life on the other side that she actually recognizes as her own.

This one is about the long game of survival — and what thriving can look like when you finally give yourself permission to get there.

If Sam's story moved you, pass it on to someone who needs to hear it. New episodes every week.

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

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of domestic violence, infidelity, sexual abuse, drug addiction, narcissistic abuse, and any topics that may disturb some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence of any kind, you are not alone. Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788 for free, confidential support — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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

Have a story you'd like to share? We'd love to hear it. Submit yours here.

If this show has meant something to you, consider supporting us on Patreon for exclusive content — every bit helps us keep the curtain rising.

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Reshea survived what so many are told to be grateful for — a marriage that looked acceptable on paper and was anything but behind closed doors. In this episode, she opens up about escaping an abusive relationship with her military husband, the societal pressures that kept her trapped longer than she should have been, and the long road back to herself once she finally got out.

This is a story about the lies we're sold about what a "good" partner looks like — and what it really takes to walk away from one.

If Reshea's story sounds familiar, share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. New episodes every week.

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

We honor and support all who serve. Reshea's experience is her own and not a reflection of military relationships as a whole.

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

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence of any kind, you are not alone. Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788 for free, confidential support — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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

Have a story you'd like to share? We'd love to hear it. Submit yours here.

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In this episode, we dive into a unique and challenging dating story as Lisa opens up about her experience with Trent, the man who presents two vastly different sides: an ideal partner in person and a relentless bully behind the screen. Join us as we explore the complexities of dating, emotional manipulation, and the importance of recognizing red flags.

Discussions in this episode:

• Meet Lisa
• Lisa's first impressions
• Trent's Jekyll and Hyde act
• The emotional toll
• Decision to confront Trent
• The enigma of Trent
• The importance of setting boundaries
• Healing journey
• Message to others

Lisa's dating story serves as a cautionary tale about the complexities of relationships and the importance of recognizing and addressing emotional abuse, even when it hides behind a charming facade. Remember, your well-being and self-worth should always come first.

We are not doctors or therapists, and you should not take our opinions as medical advice.

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

If you feel like you may be a victim of domestic violence of any type or in any way please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788 for confidential and free 24/7/365 support.

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