2. Gaslighting + Love Bombing + All Things Narcissistic Abuse with Brandi Babin

Brandi Babin is a Habit & Productivity Strategist and Author of Reclaim: A Journey To Self Discovery, and a strong ass woman who knows all too well the effects of narcissistic and post-separation abuse. She vulnerably shares her experience within the narcissism cycle, why the love bombing felt too euphoric to leave, how gaslighting felt believable, why she kept going back, and finally how she grieved not only her ex, but released and found peace with the woman she was.Listen for:✨ Love bombing vs. falling in love (how to tell the difference)✨ Signs of being gaslit and why it makes you feel so crazy✨ Why she went back to him several times when she knew she shouldn't✨ Why we give narcissists the benefit of the doubt✨ How we confuse manipulation for vulnerability with a narcissist✨ How to know when you are ready to leave ✨ Post-separation abuse and how she navigated leaving with children✨ The nuances in grieving a toxic relationship✨ How to feel feelings + take action steps to heal (you can too!)✨ Her #1 way to get to know yourself again Mentioned Resources:✨ Brandi's Reclaim Journal/Guide: https://www.thereclaimstrategy.com/✨ Brandi's Podcast: Shattered to Unbreakable✨ My Find Yourself Again Self-Led Course: https://brewolta.mykajabi.com/find-yourself-againRESOURCES FOR YOUR HEALING:🌻 ⁠Schedule your free Intro Session: https://tinyurl.com/freeintroseshpod❤️ For more resources on healing from the mindf*ck of confusing relationships so you can securely attach + experience healthy love: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.brewolta.com⁠⁠⁠⁠🫶🏻 Trust Yourself More Than His Potential (3 Simple Practices To Guarantee You Don't Go Back): https://tinyurl.com/trustyourselfmore-pod 🫶🏻 Get the free 3 WAYS TO RECOGNIZE LOVE BOMBING GUIDE to spot love bombing and walk away from the red flags early: https://tinyurl.com/lovebombguide-htwshownotes🫶🏻 ⁠Get the free RELATIONSHIP RESET GUIDE⁠: https://tinyurl.com/rrg-htwshownotesLearn how to communicate your feelings (without feeling guilty)Navigate triggering moments without shutting downFeel secure on your own so you aren’t jumping into the wrong relationshipExpand your capacity to hold next-level love while remaining true to you🫶🏻 FIND YOURSELF AGAIN Self-guided course to help you rediscover your needs and identity after years of focusing on others firsthttps://tinyurl.com/fya-htwshownotes (Use PODCAST10 at checkout for 10% off)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.