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Johnny didn’t just lose relationships — he lost who he thought he was. In this episode, he and Michael talk through what it means to come face to face with your own flaws, especially the ones that have hurt people you love. They dig into Johnny’s path from self-protection and pride to therapy, faith, and the kind of honesty that rebuilds you from the inside out. It’s a conversation about grief — not just for lost marriages, but for the old self you have to let go of to grow. Together, they explore how narcissism forms, what it takes to untangle from it, and why vulnerability might be the real sign of strength.
Chapters
00:00 Opening Ramblings, Post Mother's Day
02:28 Introduction, Banter
06:10 The Whole Reason I Do This Show
08:54 The Waving of the Red Flags
11:24 Therapy, Faith, and Denial
13:57 A Narcissist is Born
18:31 Navigating Group Dynamics in Therapy
21:22 The Struggle of Authenticity
24:28 Transformative Relationships and Self-Discovery
29:25 Life Outside Therapy: Rebuilding and Relationships
32:34 Exploring New Identities
38:03 Spiritual Awakening and Personal Growth
43:54 Navigating Online Criticism and Personal Growth
44:23 Finally Understanding the Whole Narcissism Thing
46:49 Emerging as Something Familiar but New
52:10 Building Healthy Relationships and Communication
55:04 Embracing Vulnerability and Acceptance
58:16 The Importance of Community and Support
01:01:35 Winding Down and Closing Out
Music by Guilherme Silva (On Fiverr: https://www.fiverr.com/guimoraes)
Official Intro by Suzana J (Her website: https://www.suzanasvoice.com/)
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