Narcissism 101: What They Don’t Tell You Until It’s Too Late
with Lorene Roberts & Richard Morden
How do you know if you were with a narcissist?
Why is it so hard to leave — even when you know something’s not right?
And what’s the first step toward healing after narcissistic abuse?
In this episode of Real Talk: Divorce, Life & Everything In-Between, Lorene Roberts and Richard Morden unpack exactly what happens inside a narcissistic relationship — and why so many people end up feeling broken, lost, and doubting themselves long after it’s over.
You’ll learn:
✅ What narcissism really is — explained in plain language
✅ The “love bombing” stage and why it feels so good at first
✅ The cycle of idealisation, devaluation, discard and hoovering
✅ The subtle tactics narcissists use to confuse, control and isolate you
✅ Why trauma bonding makes it so hard to leave
✅ How to spot the red flags you may have missed
✅ Why so many smart, capable people stay in narcissistic relationships — and why it is NOT your fault
✅ How narcissistic abuse impacts your body, mind, and emotions
✅ First steps to start healing, reclaim your voice, and trust yourself again
If you’ve ever found yourself thinking:
"Am I going crazy?"
"Why do I still miss them?"
"Why can’t I let go — even after everything they did?"
"Why didn’t I leave sooner?"
This episode is for YOU.
Narcissistic abuse doesn’t just break your heart — it distorts your sense of reality and erodes your self-worth. And the first step toward recovery is understanding what happened… and knowing that you are not alone.
Reflection Questions:
- What signs did you ignore — and why?
- Where is pride or shame still keeping you from speaking about what happened?
- What would you say to your past self if you could?
Affirmation:
"I am not broken. I see clearly now. I trust my gut, and I deserve peace."
About your hosts:
Lorene Roberts is a holistic counsellor, author, and divorce recovery expert.
Richard Morden is a divorce coach specialising in helping people release trauma and reclaim their lives.
Together, they bring real talk, deep compassion, and practical tools to help you heal and rebuild.
Contact Lorene:
🌐 www.loreneroberts.com
📧 support@loreneroberts.com
🔗 LinkedIn: Lorene Roberts
📘 Facebook: @LoreneRobertsCounsellor
Contact Richard Morden:
📧 rmorden@gmail.com
🔗 LinkedIn: Richard Morden
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https://loreneroberts.com/about
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