In Sight - Exposing Narcissism Katie McKenna & Helen Villiers
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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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114. Can I Protect Myself & Keep My Siblings?
You’re Not the Problem gives you the tools to recognise and heal from narcissistic and emotional abuse - out now: UK, US (affiliate links)
Growing up in the shadow of her siblings, our listener has recognised the toxic traits that were always excused and enabled. Despite going low contact, she's struggling with the idea of giving up on her siblings when she's been taught that "family is everything". Can a relationship with her siblings be salvaged, and should it?
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.
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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!
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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!
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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
Customer Reviews
Episode 104 Sleeping policeman
In the US, we call them speed bumps, but I like your term better!! 😂😂
Love, love, love the show. I have learned SOOO much. Thank you for all you do 🥰
Laura from That’s Where I’m At Podcast
What a great show! I found you guys today, and I am loving it. I am learning so much and love how you guys talk to your audience. So easy to listen to you! So enjoyable!
Thank you
Thank you to Katie and Helen for putting this podcast together. I’ve learned so much terminology to describe how I grew up and found a large community where I’m not alone.