Narcissistic Abuse: The Signs You're Missing: Mia Hanks on Gaslighting, Silent Treatment & Escape

What if the abuse you're experiencing doesn't look like what you thought abuse looked like?In this deeply honest episode, Mia Hanks shares her story of surviving a narcissistic marriage and the years it took to realize what was happening to her. Mia talks about the early red flags she overlooked (lack of empathy, constant comparison, moving goalposts), how emotional abuse subtly eroded her self-worth over years, and the devastating impact of the silent treatment as a weapon of control.Mia doesn't sugarcoat the reality of narcissistic abuse. She talks about gaslighting and how it made her question her own reality, the moment she realized her husband's indifference during her illness wasn't normal, and the facade of empathy that protected his image while destroying hers. She shares how therapy and external support helped her recognize what she couldn't see on her own, and the practical steps she took to safely exit the marriage.But this isn't just a story of survival, it's a story of reclamation. Mia talks about the healing journey of rediscovering self-love, rebuilding her identity after years of being told she wasn't enough, and why she wrote her memoir to help others recognize the signs earlier than she did.This episode is packed with education, validation, and hope for anyone currently navigating or recovering from narcissistic abuse.Sound Bites:"I was never enough — no matter what I did, the goalposts moved.""The silent treatment wasn't just cold — it was control.""You're not crazy. You're being gaslit."CONNECT WITH MIA HANKS:Instagram: @miashanksWebsite: www.miahanks.comBride Maid by Mia Hanks (Book - available on Amazon)CONNECT WITH DEANNA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedeannacrawfordFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/deanna.zeinWebsite: https://deannacrawford.comRenew Counselling & Health Coaching: https://renewcoach.ca