114 episodes
In Sight - Exposing Narcissism Katie McKenna & Helen Villiers
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4.8 • 146 Ratings
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Katie and Helen answer your questions about narcissism, parentification and emotional abuse. Empowering growth through psychoeducation, breaking the cycle one podcast at a time.
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113. Mother in Law + Trauma = Smothering. What Do I Do?
You’re Not the Problem gives you the tools to recognise and heal from narcissistic and emotional abuse - out now: UK, US (affiliate links)
Our listener this week shares how her kind and generous mother-in-law is "the nicest person you could ever wish to meet", with an enticing ability to keep the peace. But digging deeper, it appears there's so much more to her fawning and people-pleasing behaviour. As worry and exhaustion bubble to the surface, our listener asks how she can protect someone that doesn't believe they deserve protecting?
Listen to Katie and Helen look at this difficult situation from all angles and offer their insight into what's going on.
We talk theories and strategies in our exclusive Patreon show, The Freudian Slip. Unlock instant access to over 50 episodes today on our Patreon page, including identifying your family roles, the cycle of abuse, empathy and how to spot a good apology.
In Sight is sponsored by Pinch of Nom! Buy their amazing cookbook ‘Enjoy’ here!
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112. Is My Mother Toxic or Am I Being Unfair?
You’re Not the Problem gives you the tools to recognise and heal from narcissistic and emotional abuse - out now: UK, US (affiliate links)
TW: Pregnancy loss
Despite a history of cold, abusive behaviour from her mother leading to a trail of broken family bonds, our listener is haunted by the notion that 'life is short'. She is questioning whether she was right to go low contact, or will she regret her decision in the future?
Listen to Katie and Helen look at this difficult situation from all angles and offer their insight into what's going on.
We talk theories and strategies in our exclusive Patreon show, The Freudian Slip. Unlock instant access to over 50 episodes today on our Patreon page, including identifying your family roles, the cycle of abuse, empathy and how to spot a good apology.
In Sight is sponsored by Pinch of Nom! Buy their amazing cookbook ‘Enjoy’ here!
Submit your own letter, find free resources and sign up for our weekly newsletter at www.InSightPodcast.com. -
111. YNTP Book Launch
You’re Not the Problem gives you the tools to recognise and heal from narcissistic and emotional abuse - out now: UK, US (affiliate links)
This week we break from the usual format to talk about one of the most surreal weeks we've had, embarking on a whistlestop media tour of Ireland to launch YNTP! Plus, we make In Sight history as we are actually recording in the same room for the first time - catch the video on YouTube!
We talk theories and strategies in our exclusive Patreon show, The Freudian Slip. Unlock instant access to over 50 episodes today on our Patreon page, including identifying your family roles, the cycle of abuse, empathy and how to spot a good apology.
In Sight is sponsored by Pinch of Nom! Buy their amazing cookbook ‘Enjoy’ here!
Submit your own letter, find free resources and sign up for our weekly newsletter at www.InSightPodcast.com. -
110. Can a Narcissist Change?
You’re Not the Problem gives you the tools to recognise and heal from narcissistic and emotional abuse - out now: UK, US (affiliate links)
As her father prepares to reconcile with her abusive mother, our listener feels like she's at breaking point. Her father begs her to put their differences aside for a family wedding, but she can't put her mental health at risk again. For the sake of her father she asks whether a narcissist is capable of change, or is this yet another spin on their Merry-Go-Round relationship?
Listen to Katie and Helen look at this difficult situation from all angles and offer their insight into what's going on.
We talk theories and strategies in our exclusive Patreon show, The Freudian Slip. Unlock instant access to over 50 episodes today on our Patreon page, including identifying your family roles, the cycle of abuse, empathy and how to spot a good apology.
In Sight is sponsored by Pinch of Nom! Buy their amazing cookbook ‘Enjoy’ here!
Submit your own letter, find free resources and sign up for our weekly newsletter at www.InSightPodcast.com.
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109. Interview with Harriet Shearsmith - The Book!
You’re Not the Problem gives you the tools to recognise and heal from narcissistic and emotional abuse - out now: UK, US (affiliate links)
This week we chat with previous guest Harriet Shearsmith, author and host of Unfollowing Mum. After Harriet's exclusive early access to 'You're Not the Problem', we hear how the book has impacted her, what she's learned from it and how things have been since we last caught up!
Listen to Katie and Helen look at this difficult situation from all angles and offer their insight into what's going on.
Find Harriet on Instagram.
We talk theories and strategies in our exclusive Patreon show, The Freudian Slip. Unlock instant access to over 50 episodes today on our Patreon page, including identifying your family roles, the cycle of abuse, empathy and how to spot a good apology.
In Sight is sponsored by Pinch of Nom! Buy their amazing cookbook ‘Enjoy’ here!
Submit your own letter, find free resources and sign up for our weekly newsletter at www.InSightPodcast.com
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108. When is a golden child not a golden child?
You’re Not the Problem gives you the tools to recognise and heal from narcissistic and emotional abuse - out now: UK, US (affiliate links)
This week we're sharing one of the most popular episodes of our exclusive Patreon show, The Freudian Slip. As part of our series examining family roles, we take an in-depth look at the child that ISN'T the golden child. We explore the background and the ramifications of this role - enjoy!
Content warning: mention of medical procedures/pain
We talk theories and strategies in our exclusive Patreon show, The Freudian Slip. Unlock instant access to over 50 episodes today on our Patreon page, including identifying your family roles, the cycle of abuse, empathy and how to spot a good apology.
In Sight is sponsored by Pinch of Nom! Buy their amazing cookbook ‘Enjoy’ here!
Submit your own letter, find free resources and sign up for our weekly newsletter at www.InSightPodcast.com
Customer Reviews
Discovered in November
Discovered this podcast in November 23 and been devouring the content. I hear so much of my own life being read out in the letters which is sad and empowering at the same time. Sad for younger me and me now but so empowered by what is shared by listeners and Helen and Katie. Thank you for all the work you do
Not sure…
I want to start by saying that I’ve found the discussions around narcissistic behaviour hugely insightful and helpful. Recognising behaviour that I’ve experienced in my own life and having it validated is hugely valuable and I’m grateful for that.
The more episodes I listen to, however, the more uncomfortable I feel about the ethics of the way these deeply personal topics are being handled. I wonder what impact the aggressive language, the outrage, the intuitive leaps (and anger from one presenter in particular) have on the readers brave enough to send in their letters? In all honesty it just feels deeply unprofessional and at odds with how I would expect mental health professionals to show up.
I’m left with a really uncomfortable taste in my mouth which is such a shame as I do think that the topic is SO important. I personally just need it handling in a more sensitive, calm and empathetic way.
Psychotherapists?
If this podcast were two friends having a discussion then it would be interesting but these presenters say they are psychotherapists. Their conversations are full of projection, blame, unreflective judgement, fawning (in one direction only) and unsubstantiated statements. One presenter is so emotionally brittle and self-justifying that I’d worry about them working with vulnerable clients.