Breaking the Grip - Finding Faith and Freedom from Toxic People

Kris Reece
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Breaking the Grip Podcast from Kris Reece is a podcast to help you navigate difficult relationships and conquer codependency biblically. Here is where you find faith and freedom from toxic people.

  1. 1D AGO

    22 Years of Brutal Truth on Narcissists & Demons in just 60 Mins COMPILATION

    🔥 22 Years of Brutal Truth on Narcissists & Demons in Just 60 Minutes | Compilation Episode What if you could compress over two decades of hard-earned wisdom about narcissists and spiritual warfare into one power-packed hour? In this special compilation episode, you’ll hear the most eye-opening insights, biblical revelations, and spiritual strategies gathered from 22 years of walking through, studying, and exposing narcissistic abuse and the demonic forces behind it. Whether you’re in the middle of the storm, freshly out, or helping someone else heal, this episode will give you the clarity, boldness, and spiritual fire to stand firm.

    1h 10m

  2. OCT 9

    4 Signs God is Breaking the Narcissists Demonic Hold On You

    🎧 4 Signs God Is About to Break the Narcissist’s Hold on You You’ve been praying, fighting, and surviving what feels like a never-ending storm with the narcissist in your life. But here’s the truth: there are clear spiritual signs that God is at work—right now—breaking the enemy’s grip that’s been keeping you trapped. In this episode, you’ll uncover 4 powerful signs your breakthrough may be closer than you think—even if the narcissist hasn’t changed at all. God really can set you free, and you’ll learn how to recognize when He’s already moving. 🌿 Here’s what you’ll discover: Why increased attacks can actually mean your breakthrough is nearHow God gives supernatural peace even while chaos continuesThe moment when spiritual fog lifts and you begin to see manipulation clearlyHow remembering your identity in Christ breaks the narcissist’s power over your mind and heartYou’ll also learn the biggest mistake people make when they start noticing these signs—and how to trust God’s timing without rushing ahead of His plan. 💬 Plus, we’ll end with a powerful prayer to help you step into freedom and stand firm against the enemy’s tactics. 👉 Want to go deeper?  Watch the next episode: The Prayer That Stops the Narcissist’s Tactics Dead in Their Tracks Download your FREE Narcissist Survival Guide: krisreece.com/narcissist-survival-guide

    15 min

  3. OCT 2

    Secret Ways ‘Nice’ Toxic People Manipulate You (But Make You Think It’s Your Fault)

    Have you ever left a conversation replaying what you coulda, shoulda, woulda said—only to realize later they were trying to manipulate you? 🤯 If you’re tired of always interpreting what someone “really means,” and wish you had a godly way to handle manipulative guilt trips without sounding harsh—or carrying guilt yourself—this episode is for you. I’ll show you how to: Recognize and shut down subtle guilt-inducing language 👀Apply a simple biblical test that exposes manipulation ⚡Finally stop carrying emotional loads that were never yours to bear 🙌🔥 What You’ll Learn: 1️⃣ Secret #1: Not Every Cry for Relief Is Your Assignment Relief vs. rehab: the difference between helping and enabling 🚫Galatians 6:2 vs. Galatians 6:5—why not every burden is yours to carryManipulators drop emotional messes and expect you to clean them up—but that’s not your God-given role2️⃣ Secret #2: You Are Not the Interpreter of Hints How manipulators use sarcasm, sighs, and guilt-laced hints instead of honest words 😒Jesus’ teaching: “Let your yes be yes and your no be no” (Matthew 5:37)Why refusing to read minds is actually a spiritual boundary3️⃣ Secret #3: True Peace ≠ People-Pleasing The difference between peacekeeping and biblical peacemaking 🙏Galatians 1:10—living to please God, not peopleWhy constantly soothing others’ discomfort isn’t kindness, it’s codependency✨ Bonus: The “OK Test” The one-word response that shuts down manipulation without over-explainingReal-life examples:“I guess you don’t love me…” → OK“I’ll just sit by myself…” → OK“That’s fine, I’ll wait outside in the cold…” → OKWhy this isn’t cold—it’s biblical maturity and freedomHow to Spot a Narcissist Before They Wreck Your Life https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LIpu5qUQ-NE FREE Narcissist Survival Guide https://krisreece.com/narcissist-survival-guide/

    15 min

  4. SEP 25

    Narcissists are Catching On - Do THIS Before They Trick You Again

    What if every time you think you’re finally safe from a narcissist, they’re actually one step ahead?  In this podcast, I’m going to show you the clear signs they know you're onto them, the sneaky tricks they play to pull you back in and —and give you a new, safer way to avoid falling into their trap. FREE Narcissist Survival Guide https://krisreece.com/narcissist-surv...

    40 min

  5. SEP 11

    7 Hidden Signs Your Adult Child is Toxic

    The 7 Hidden Signs Your Adult Child Is Toxic ⚠️ What happens when the person showing toxic behavior is your own adult child? In this episode—our most requested yet—we’ll uncover the clear signs your child’s behavior is truly toxic, how you may be unintentionally enabling them, and the undeniable giveaway that you’re being manipulated. Parent Traps 🪤 We’ll explore the two most common traps parents fall into—the “Rescuers” and the “Deniers”—and why both can keep you stuck in painful, unhealthy cycles. What You’ll Learn 🧠 Manipulation of Emotions – How toxic adult children twist your love and concern to control youPlaying the Victim – Why nothing is ever their faultDisrespecting Boundaries – How they guilt-trip or push back against limitsDrama & Conflict – The chaos they create to keep attention on themselvesSense of Entitlement – How they expect support without reciprocityEnabling Behaviors – Subtle ways you may be feeding their toxicityScripture reminds us in James 3:16: “For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder and every vile practice.” Recognizing these signs is the first step toward freedom. Learn More 📖 If you’ve ever wondered if there’s more behind their behavior than just poor choices, check out my teaching on the demonic spirits behind narcissism: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a7fFjiEKlnI Free Resource 🎁 Download my Narcissist Survival Guide here: https://krisreece.com/narcissist-survival-guide

    18 min

  6. SEP 4

    How to Spot a Narcissist Before They Wreck Your Life

    🎧 How to Spot a Narcissist Before They Wreck Your Life (Compilation) Have you ever felt confused, manipulated, or like something just wasn’t right in a relationship? Narcissists have a way of pulling us in with charm and spiritual language—but God doesn’t want you in the dark about their tactics. In this powerful 1-hour compilation, we break down how to recognize narcissistic behavior early so you can protect your heart and walk in discernment. 🔥 What You’ll Learn: • 🧠 6 Clues to spot Christian narcissism before they cause chaos • 👿 7 Hidden Demonic Traits that reveal what’s really at work behind the mask • ⚡ The 5-Second Test to expose covert “Christian” female narcissists Whether you’ve encountered spiritual abuse or simply want to sharpen your discernment, this episode will equip you with biblical truth and practical insight to stay spiritually safe and strong. 👉 Next Episode → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LIpu5qUQ-NE 📘 Free Narcissist Survival Guide → https://otter.ai/u/b0tHW_3KSeDN7E3MDUA3RWboJP0?utm_source=copy_url

    43 min

  7. AUG 21

    Raised By A Narcissist? God Says THIS To You

    Raised by a Narcissist? God Says THIS to YouIf your own mother was the source of pain instead of nurture, you’re not alone. Here’s what you need to know ⬇️ 🚩 Signs of a Narcissistic Mother ❌ Lack of empathy — your feelings dismissed or minimized🎭 Emotional manipulation — guilt-trips, twisting Scripture for control👎 Constant criticism — nothing is ever “good enough”🕹️ Control & overbearing behavior — using approval or money as leverage🌟 Attention-seeking — making everything about her💔 Lasting Effects on You Feeling unworthy of loveGuilt & confusion when setting boundariesEmotional exhaustion & walking on eggshellsDamaged sense of self-worth🙏 Biblical Steps to Heal & Move Forward 🛡️ Set healthy boundaries – Proverbs 4:23💗 Forgive – release the burden, let God handle her🔒 Guard your heart – believe God’s truth about who you are🌿 Seek God’s approval, not hers – Galatians 1:10🤍 Accept reality – you can love her, but protect your peace👉 Want to go deeper? Watch the full message here:  🎥 Raised by a Narcissist? God Says THIS to You

    18 min

  8. AUG 14

    7 Hidden Signs God is Exposing a Manipulator in Your Life

    You’ve prayed. You’ve questioned. You’ve replayed the conversations over and over… and something still doesn’t feel right. Maybe they twist your words, get defensive, or always end up looking like the victim. In this episode, I’m sharing 7 hidden signs God may be exposing a manipulator in your life — the subtle kind that can leave you drained, doubting yourself, and feeling stuck. We’ll cover:  • Charming but self-centered ✨  • Emotional control tactics 😔  • Fake empathy 🎭  • Quiet devaluing 📉  • False reality & gaslighting 🌀  • Playing dumb/“forgetful” 🙄  • Sweetness that turns into taking advantage 🍯 Step out of the FOG and into the light. 🎧 Watch now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CyK6OuYw6eo This One Behavior Makes You IMPOSSIBLE to Manipulate  Now that you know the signs of a manipulator, be sure to check out this episode next to uncover the ONE behavior that makes you impossible to manipulate.

    17 min
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