68. How Can They Be So Cruel? The Real Reasons Behind Narcissistic Manipulation & Motivation In A Relationship With Phoenix Gould

Have you found yourself questioning how someone could lie, manipulate, or provoke you without remorse?

When you're dealing with someone who seems to thrive on pushing your buttons, it’s easy to feel stuck and confused.

In this episode, we unravel the mystery behind their behavior, helping you understand the way their minds work so you can make sense of what feels incomprehensible.

In this episode you will:

• Finally understand if narcissists know that they are hurting you and if they act cruel on purpose
• Learn their deeper motivation for being in a relationship and why conversations and conflict resolution never seem to work with them
• Gain practical tips for identifying manipulation tactics so you aren't second-guessing what is happening in your relationship

Press play now to uncover the truth behind their behavior and learn how to stop their emotional hold over you—it's time to reclaim your power.

MENTIONED:

• Phoenix’s website: https://phoenixcore.ca/
• Ep. 47: Was Any Of It Real? Signs You've Been Deceived In A Narcissistic Relationship & How To Finally Understand It With Hilary Buckwalter-Wilde https://pod.fo/e/277854
• Interest form to work with Bre: https://tinyurl.com/interest-form-htwshownotes

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• Learn how to communicate your feelings (without feeling guilty)
• Navigate triggering moments without shutting down
• Feel secure on your own so you aren’t jumping into the wrong relationship
• Expand your capacity to hold next-level love while remaining true to you

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In this gripping podcast, listeners explore the complex dynamics of toxic relationships, unpacking themes like narcissistic abuse, gaslighting, cognitive dissonance, and emotional manipulation, while delving into how empathy, attachment styles, and people pleasing behaviors contribute to codependency, trauma bonding, and emotional abuse, as hosts share real stories of betrayal, guilt, and heartbreak—all while guiding survivors through letting go of an ex, identifying red flags, reclaiming self worth and confidence, establishing boundaries, and rebuilding emotional safetyafter love bombing, manipulation, self doubt, and deep-rooted trauma.