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Break the Cycle with DSD
by Duane Robert
The podcast focusing on recovering from toxic narcissistic relationships with specific help to break the cycle of abuse for yourself and children. All are welcome and this podcast, and YouTube channel, serve both men and women, moms and dads.
Episodes
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228. Moving out, moving in, moving on...
A live update from the new place to see how things are going and provide an update…💬 Share your thoughts in the comments or join the live chat next time. Let’s keep the conversation going!❋ Show Notes❋ Support the ChannelDonate through PayPal...
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227. The Hardest Part of Admitting They’re a Toxic Narcissist
There’s a moment in every unhealthy relationship where something doesn’t sit right. But the hardest part isn’t what they’re doing. It’s realizing you might be with someone who is toxic — and not wanting to believe it. In this video, I’m talking about the internal struggle that happens before...
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226. Why Reaching Out to a Toxic Ex Always Fails
Breaking no contact after years of silence can feel like closure — until it isn’t. In this video, I share a real experience of reaching out to a toxic ex after five years, and how that single moment revealed something deeper about healing, boundaries, and the way the quantum field actually…
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225. I Realized I’ve Been Teaching Manifestation All Along (Just Without the Woo)
For years on this channel, I’ve talked about things like limiting beliefs, absolute thinking, black-hole thinking, and what it really takes to rebuild your life after a major disruption.Recently, while exploring the work of teachers like Dr. Joe Dispenza, David Bayer, and Katie Clark, I had a...
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224. The More You Try to Control It, the Worse It Gets
There was a time when I believed that if I could just control the outcome—say the right thing, explain it better, try harder—everything would finally get better.But the harder I tried to force the situation, the worse it became.In this video, I talk about the hidden cost of trying to control what...
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223. Never Make Decisions When You’re Sick (Here’s Why Doing Nothing Is Smart)
When you’re sick, exhausted, or run down, your brain does not function normally.Fatigue amplifies fear.Stress hormones spike.Catastrophic thinking takes over.Suddenly, everything feels urgent, permanent, and hopeless — and that’s when people make decisions they later regret.In this video, I...
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222. Why You Feel Stuck After Narcissistic Abuse (It’s Not Your Fault)
If you’ve been out of a narcissistic relationship for months or even years and still feel stuck, confused, or emotionally drained—this video is for you.Healing from narcissistic abuse doesn’t follow a normal timeline. You didn’t just lose a relationship. You lost emotional safety, self-trust, and…
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221. When Children Start Questioning a Parent’s Behavior — A Healthy Response
When children begin to realize that something about a parent’s behavior doesn’t feel right, it can be confusing, frightening, and isolating — especially if they don’t know how to talk about it safely.In this video, we talk about how to support kids when they start noticing unhealthy or...
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220. Letting Go of a Narcissist: The Hard Truth That Brings Peace
Letting go after narcissistic abuse is one of the hardest — and most necessary — steps in healing.If you’ve been stuck waiting for closure, explanations, or accountability from a narcissist, this video is for you. In this presentation, I break down what letting go really means, why emotional...
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219. How to Co-Parent Minimally with a Narcissist Playing the Perfect Parent
Are you constantly made to look like the “uncooperative” parent while your ex plays the perfect one on paper? You’re not alone. In this video, we dive deep into what it’s like to co-parent with a toxic or narcissistic ex who manipulates perception, weaponizes cooperation, and uses your kids to...
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218. Should I Tell My Child the Truth About Their Narcissistic/BPD Parent?
If you’re co-parenting with someone who has narcissistic or BPD traits and you’re in a 50/50 custody situation, this podcast is for you. A listener asked: “My son is 3.5 years old—do I say anything about his mom, or just keep her out of my house entirely?” In this podcast, I dive into: How to…
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217. Crossing the Finish Line: Life After Family Court Ends | Surviving a High-Conflict Divorce
After years of surviving family court, toxic co-parenting, and the emotional warfare of dealing with a narcissistic ex, the day finally comes—your child turns 18. The court orders stop. The forced contact ends. You’re finally free. But what happens next? In this video, I reflect on my own journey...
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216. Blowing the Dust Off: A Test Livestream with Calls and Real Talk About Narcissistic Recovery
In this impromptu test livestream, I dust off the setup, tackle some technical hiccups, and get back into the groove of live streaming! Together, we revisit the heart of this channel: creating a safe space for honest conversations about recovery, relationships, and overcoming narcissistic abuse.…
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215. Can You Find Love After Divorcing a Narcissist? Success Stories and Insights
In this podcast, I tackle a powerful viewer question: “Do you know of anyone who, after divorcing a narcissistic spouse, went on to remarry, build a new family, and live a healthy life?” This is such an important topic, and the short answer is: YES, it’s possible—but it takes work. I’ll share key...
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214. When do you take your ex back to arbitration?
Listener asks the question of do I take her to arbitration again on minor stuff or just save my money? Show Notes Duane discusses a question a listener asks about when to go to court and when to fight the battle? He covers the topics of what do you really hope to accomplish? Will this action…
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213. Why are dad’s rejected? How to cope with the pain!
Father’s always seem to be rejected by children, we discuss the reasons and how to cope. Show Notes A common problem people experience in high conflict narcissistic divorces and custody is being rejected by your children. This is a very painful thing to experience and it is very hurtful when you...
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212. Slower learner | Take your life back after narcissistic abuse
Slower learner | Take your life back after narcissistic abuse Show Notes DSD discusses the reality of it taking time to learn how futile it can be struggling to make a different in your life with a narcissistic ex. Duane shares how he continues to see people struggling with this concept. You get...
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211. Taking care of yourself | hobbies are important!
Taking care of yourself | hobbies are important! Show Notes In this episode Duane talks about the importance of having a hobby or something that you enjoy doing. He also talks about the struggles when you are down, depressed, and beaten with ways to push yourself to break yourself out of that...
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210. You MUST deal with the pain!
Dealing with the pain is the only way to get through this Show Notes In this episode DSD starts with a clip from Brad Pitt talking about his experience of running from the pain and ultimately how he worked through it to take his like back! Duane has a discussion with the audience about their...
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209. Letting go and update on civil case
A deep dive discussion on the struggles of letting go with an update and review of the redacted Order Sustaining Demurrer on my civil case. Show Notes In this episode DSD talks about the struggles and importances of learning to “let go”. We discuss how difficult it is to actually do, being forced...
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208. Getting Past Your Past
A discussion on how difficult it is to let of the past Show Notes The Healing Path: Navigate the path to healing with practical tips and strategies. Discover effective coping mechanisms and self-care practices to nurture your mental and emotional well-being. Support the Channel Donate through...
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207. Alex on the news again & dealing with the stress of family court
Alex on the news again & dealing with the stress of family court Show Notes Support the Channel Donate through PayPal DSD Channel Memberships Participate in the show! During the show you can call in live at 1 (424) 373-5483 1 (424) DSD-LIVE Web Interface - free dialing You can also leave a...
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206. Anxiety is a slow killer in narcissistic abuse
Anxiety is a slow killer in narcissistic abuse Show Notes In this podcast DSD talks about the effectives of the constant anxiety and stress these situation put you under. He covers different techniques he has used to help him and other in dealing with this reality. Later in the podcast he takes a...
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205. Showing up is more important than you realize!
Showing up is more important than you realize! Show Notes Although these situations are very complicated, stressful, and more frustrating then they really should be it is important to show up and be there for your children. In this podcast we discuss some examples of this with callers sharing…
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204. Handling when older kids are alienated
Handling when older kids are alienated Show Notes In this podcast DSD continues yesterday’s topic discussing the ways to deal with older children who are in the throws of parental alienation. He also takes the same caller to deep dive in his situation and talk through scenarios and ways to help…
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203. Don’t fall for the narc daughter-in-law’s trap!
Don’t fall for the narc daughter-in-law’s trap! Show Notes Don’t fall for the narc daughter-in-law’s trap! Support the Channel Donate through PayPal DSD Channel Memberships Participate in the show! During the show you can call in live at 1 (424) 373-5483 1 (424) DSD-LIVE Web Interface - free...
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202. Can you “disarm” a narcissist?
Can you “disarm” a narcissist? Show Notes In this podcast DSD tackles the question of HOW to disarm a narcissist or if it is even possible. He covers the blame shifting, understanding their “motivation”, no engaging and other techniques to minimize the effect of narcissistic attacks! Support the...
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201. Starting 2024 strong when dealing with Narcissists!
Starting 2024 strong when dealing with Narcissists! Show Notes Duane starts the new year with a BANG covering topics on perspective, getting them out of your mind, removing chaos in your life, using exercise to minimize stress, focusing on where you want to go and building your support network!…
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200. Dodging the narc rocks & taking your life back!
Dodging the narc rocks & taking your life back! Show Notes In this podcast DSD talks about how toxic narcissist person will continue to find ways to throw “rocks” at you and drag you back into the drama. It is important to recognize what is going on and to find ways to minimize the damage....
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199. Having an Un-Narc Christmas!
Having an Un-Narc Christmas! Show Notes Hang out for a DSD Christmas livestream - take your life back and make the most of this difficult situation! Support the Channel Donate through PayPal DSD Channel Memberships Participate in the show! During the show you can call in live at 1 (424) 373-5483…
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198. Don’t play the narc “what if” game
Don’t play the narc “what if” game Show Notes In this show DSD covers a question/comment a listener had about ruminating about the past and asking “what if” thinking they could have done something “different” to have a better outcome or to not having this nightmare experience Support the Channel...
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197. When do you fight unilateral narc medical decisions?
When do you fight unilateral narc medical decisions? Show Notes When do you fight unilateral narc medical decisions? Support the Channel Donate through PayPal DSD Channel Memberships Participate in the show! During the show you can call in live at 1 (424) 373-5483 1 (424) DSD-LIVE Web Interface -...
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196. Picking your battles with a narcissist
Picking your battles with a narcissist Support the Channel Donate through PayPal DSD Channel Memberships Participate in the show! During the show you can call in live at 1 (424) 373-5483 1 (424) DSD-LIVE Web Interface - free dialing You can also leave a voicemail through the DSD website Table of...
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195. Do we attracted narcissist?
Do we attracted narcissist? Show Notes Duane discusses the reasons why we seem to have so many toxic people in our lives. Support the Channel Donate through PayPal DSD Channel Memberships Participate in the show! During the show you can call in live at 1 (424) 373-5483 1 (424) DSD-LIVE Web...
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194. Supervised visitation and playing “the game”
Supervised visitation and playing “the game” Show Notes The main topic of the show is dealing with supervised visitation and playing the game with the “professionals” to start to eek back time and success. This is a very trying time and emotionally draining but it is important that you jump…
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193. Winning feels like losing with a narcissist
Winning feels like losing with a narcissist Show Notes When you're dealing with a toxic, drama-filled person, it can feel like even when you win, you lose. It's important to realize that going through this mess puts a ton of stress on you. Sometimes, we want a big, impressive victory to feel like...
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192. Dealing with the impossible...
Dealing with the impossible dealing with a narcissist Show Notes In this podcast Duane discusses the reality of dealing with the impossible scenario when dealing with a high conflict narcissistic ex. DSD talks about how they push you to your breaking point, holding on to what you think should...
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191. The stressors of dealing with toxic and narcissistic people
The stressors of dealing with toxic and narcissistic people Show Notes In this podcast we discuss the unique stressors of dealing with toxic people and the catastrophic thinking we can find ourselves in. We can also find ourselves getting advice on “letting things go” which is just almost...
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190. The importance of boundaries
You have to set boundaries! Show Notes In this podcast Duane talks about the importance of having and setting healthy boundaries for yourself with toxic people AND your own children. He discusses the issues on how toxic people, including your children, will push and poke at you to “test” your...
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189. Narcissist's Performance
A narcissist is always “performing” Show Notes In this show Duane discusses the realities of performances and how they can quickly adapt to changing responses to continue their narrative and illusion. We discuss the underestimated ability to “fake it”, how when corned in a lie they are able to…
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188. Trusting your gut when things don't feel right!
Trust your gut when you feel things just aren’t right! Show Notes Oftentimes we ignore the signs and red flags of toxic situations and relationships. When we “look back” you can start to see those signs and “remember” when your gut was telling you something was wrong. In this podcast we discuss…
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187. No more "F's" to give!
Reaching the point where you have no more F’s and energy to give! Show Notes In this podcast DSD talks about reaching that point when you change your perspective and shift your energy and focus toward yourself AND making your life better. Support the Channel Donate through PayPal DSD Channel...
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186. Pushed to your breaking point
Toxic narcissistic people thrive off of generating pain, misery, and controlling their target. Show Notes In this podcast we discuss how a toxic narcissistic relationship will push you to your breaking point. Even before the relationship ends the stress and torment can be too much to endure....
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185. Don't lose your sanity in a toxic divorce
A high conflict narcissistic divorce can make you start to question your sanity and in this show we discuss the realities of this and ways around it. Show Notes Duane discusses the hardships of going through a high conflict narcissistic divorce and ways to deal with it while focusing on…
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184. Narcissists won’t stop | parental alienation is always a risk
A narcissist will always be looking for wedge issues to exploit. Parental alienation is always a concern Show Notes In this show Duane talks about the reality of how high conflict narcissistic ex’s will always be looking for wedge issues to exploit and use for parental alienation. Even when you...
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183. Jame Brashear verdict for the John Mast killing!
A discussion about the voluntary manslaughter conviction of James Brashear in the killing of John Mast. Show Notes In this discussion Duane discusses the jury verdict for Jame Brashear in the killing of John Mast during a scheduled custody exchange in February 6th 2021 in Lewiston Idaho. The...
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182. Validation is important but don’t stay a victim!
We discuss the live changing experience validation provides when we learn about the reality of personality disorders and their patterns of behaviors. Show Notes Validation is a very important part of the healing process after a high conflict narcissistic divorce with a person who shows all the...
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181. Watch for narcissistic traps!
Discussion of the importance in watching for narcissistic traps in their search for narcissistic supply and control! Show Notes High conflict narcissistic people unfortunately. This is recurring issue that you will probably experience from personal relationships, ex spouses, family members,...
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180. How do you define success after a narcissistic toxic divorce?
A discussion on defining “victory” while going through a toxic narcissistic divorce. Show Notes This discussion starts with a look at perspective and how we look at things when we are going through a toxic narcissistic divorce. It really is a means of “how you look at it” and how you compare your...
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179. Can everything actually work out?
Can everything actually work out? ❋ Support the Channel Donate through PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=4XTY6LZGAFHUA) DSD Channel Memberships (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUXEHz3OECVwLz1X-SNM4lw/join) ☎ 1-424-373-5483 or 1-424-DSD-LIVE…
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The podcast focusing on recovering from toxic narcissistic relationships with specific help to break the cycle of abuse for yourself and children. All are welcome and this podcast, and YouTube channel, serve both men and women, moms and dads.
HOSTED BY
Duane Robert
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The podcast focusing on recovering from toxic narcissistic relationships with specific help to break the cycle of abuse for yourself and children. All are welcome and this podcast, and YouTube channel, serve both men and women, moms and dads.
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Break the Cycle with DSD is created and hosted by Duane Robert.
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