Inside the Mind of a Narcissist

Inside the Mind of a Narcissist: How to Break Free and Reclaim Your Life

In this powerful and eye-opening episode, Leann Herron sits down with Ben Taylor, a self-aware narcissist in recovery and the creator of Raw Motivations. Ben brings a rare and raw perspective to the world of healing from narcissistic abuse—offering insight from the inside of the narcissistic mind and a roadmap for survivors seeking freedom.Ben Taylor, founder of Raw Motivations, a global platform that helps women break free from narcissistic abuse and rebuild the lives they were always meant to live. Ben isn’t your average coach—he’s a self-aware narcissist in recovery, using his unique perspective to expose what really happens inside these relationships and how survivors can truly break free.Key Takeaways:

1. Ben’s Story of Awareness and Healing - Ben shares how he came to recognize his own narcissistic patterns, the pain and shame behind them, and what the recovery process has looked like for him. His self-awareness now fuels his mission to help others break free from similar cycles.

2. Signs You May Be in a Toxic Relationship - Subtle but significant red flags—like brain fog, erosion of identity, boundary violations, gaslighting, and mirroring—can keep people stuck in relationships that slowly dismantle their sense of self.

3. Understanding Trauma Bonds - Ben breaks down what trauma bonding is and why it’s so powerful. He highlights three core components—hope/potential, cognitive dissonance, and intermittent reinforcement—that make it hard for survivors to leave, even when they know something is wrong.

4. The FREEDOM FORMULA for Healing - Ben walks us through his trauma-informed FREEDOM FORMULA, a step-by-step process designed to help survivors rebuild their lives, reclaim their identity, and break free from manipulation for good.

5. Debunking Myths that Keep People Trapped - From “narcissists can’t change” to “I have to stay for the kids,” Ben tackles the lies survivors are told—and tell themselves—that keep them stuck in shame, fear, or silence.

6. Programs that Rebuild Identity and Self-Worth - Using tools like STACK, CORE4, and the FREEDOM FORMULA, Ben helps women reconnect with who they are, rebuild confidence, and trust themselves again after years of emotional erosion.

7. Why Community and Education Matter - Healing doesn’t happen in isolation. Ben emphasizes the power of community, coaching, and education as pillars of accountability and long-term growth.

With over 450,000 followers and a passionate, purpose-driven approach to trauma recovery, Ben is helping shift the narrative around narcissistic abuse—from confusion and codependency to clarity, empowerment, and freedom.

This episode is for you if:

• You’ve experienced narcissistic abuse

• You’re trying to make sense of a confusing relationship

• You want to understand the deeper dynamics of toxic behavior

• You’re ready to reclaim your identity and step into healing

🎧 Tune in to reclaim your power and discover that freedom isn’t just possible—it’s waiting for you.

Episode Resources:

Ben Taylor

Website: Raw Motivations

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