Ep. 91: Surviving narcissistic abuse - my story, red flags, and 10 things I wish I knew sooner

Adventures in Adversity: an inspirational podcast · May 16, 2026 · 37m

I share how I survived narcissistic abuse, the red flags I missed, and the 10 things I wish I’d known sooner.

In this episode, I break down what narcissism actually is (it’s not just “being full of yourself”), how abuse shows up in friendships, romantic relationships, and family dynamics, and why confusion can be a red flag on its own.

From love bombing and gaslighting to smear campaigns and “flying monkeys,” I walk through the patterns I experienced - and how doing my own research and learning from survivors and experts helped me finally see the truth.

I also talk about how narcissistic…