In episode 8 Jessica shares her experience growing up with a narcissistic, bipolar mother who constantly played the victim. She explains how narcissists twist reality, refuse accountability, and use crying, lies, and manipulation to control others.

Jessica recounts emotional and physical abuse, enforced loyalty, and isolation from family, and describes how these experiences shaped her need to care for others. She also offers practical advice—like documenting interactions—to protect your sanity and safety when dealing with a narcissist.

This episode explores the overlap between bipolar disorder and narcissistic tendencies, reactive abuse, and the long-term impact of surviving a parent who always makes themselves the victim.

This episode continues Part 2 of how to spot a narcissist so get your popcorn 🍿 ready! Explaining common tactics like manipulation, gaslighting, guilt-tripping, mirroring, and the refusal to take accountability.

The host shares personal stories about growing up with a narcissistic mother, confronting past trauma, setting boundaries for her children, and steps toward healing and self-discovery.

Host Jessica Hernandez shares her personal story of growing up with a narcissistic mother and explains key signs to watch for: lack of accountability, double standards, grandiosity, attention-seeking, and emotional manipulation.

She offers practical coping tools like gray rocking and yellow rocking, discusses no-contact boundaries, and gives a brief update on caring for her mother after a dementia diagnosis. The episode aims to help listeners identify narcissistic behaviors and find support.

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In this episode the host shares stories of growing up with a verbally and physically abusive mother who acted as her first bully. She recounts moving from Miami to New York, living in a homeless shelter, family manipulation, and the trauma of being sexually abused by a close relative.

The host reflects on resilience and healing, embraces vulnerability and emotional honesty, and explains how these experiences shaped her desire to be a better mother and a light for others. She invites listeners to connect and find validation in the journey toward recovery.

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