In this episode of Narcissists, Gaslighters and Cheaters, Oh My!, hosts Behk and LAH are joined by Bryan Power, who opens up about his journey from a tumultuous childhood to nearly losing his marriage—and what ultimately helped him turn it around.

Bryan candidly shares how unresolved trauma and emotional baggage impacted his relationship, leading to conflict, a restraining order, and the brink of separation. His turning point came when he discovered Integrated Attachment Theory. This framework helped him understand not only his own emotional needs but also how to become a better communicator and more attuned partner.

Together, we explore:

• The long-lasting effects of unstable early environments
• How attachment styles show up in adult relationships
• Recognizing emotional patterns and healing from them
• Tools for better communication and connection
• Using self-awareness to transform toxic dynamics

Whether you're navigating a difficult relationship or simply want to understand yourself and your partner better, this episode offers insight, vulnerability, and hope for change.

Visit Bryan Power's website to take the quiz and learn more about Integrated Attachment Theory.

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In this episode of Narcissists, Gaslighters and Cheaters, Oh My!, hosts Behk and LAH talk with Amie Schulz, a therapist who vulnerably shares her real-life experience of being caught in an emotional affair with a coworker who exhibited covert narcissistic behaviors.

What unfolded wasn’t just betrayal—it was a campaign of manipulation and professional sabotage. When Amie asked for honesty, the dynamic shifted, and a smear campaign threatened her career and sense of self.

Amie walks us through the emotional toll of covert abuse, how easily boundaries can blur, and what healing looks like on the other side. She also opens up about the work she’s doing to repair her marriage and reconnect with herself after feeling completely lost.

In This Episode:

• The start of the emotional affair and the slow buildup of manipulation
• The confrontation — and the shocking smear campaign that followed
• Breaking down covert narcissistic behavior in real time
• How narcissists weaponize perception to damage careers and reputations
• Amie shares how she lost her sense of self in the process
• Healing in motion: therapy, marriage work, and self-reconnection
• Amie’s advice for recognizing manipulation and protecting your energy

Follow Amie Schulz on Instagram: @amieschulztherapy

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In this episode of Narcissists, Gaslighters and Cheaters, Oh My!, hosts Behk and LAH sit down with Kris, a woman who shares her powerful story of surviving emotional manipulation after a devastating end to her 17-year marriage. What started as a whirlwind romance with a man she met on social media quickly turned into a chaotic rollercoaster of love bombing, betrayal, and gaslighting.

Over the course of five years, Kris uncovered message after message revealing his double life—but every time she confronted him, he twisted the truth, pulled her back in, and promised change. From engagement rings to welcoming his adult daughter into her home, Kris tried to believe in the dream—until the illusion finally shattered. Kris opens up about:

• The euphoric highs and crushing lows of their relationship
• How manipulation and false hope kept her stuck
• The moment she realized she had lost herself
• Her journey through heartbreak, therapy, and healing

If you’ve ever been caught in the cycle of manipulation or struggled to find your way back to yourself after toxic love, this episode will hit home.

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In this episode (2 of 2), co-host LAH picks up her story after year one of her tumultuous relationship. Sitting down once again with her co-host, Behk, LAH dives deep into the emotional roller coaster, financial problems, and sexual trauma that marked her married years. She shares the highs and lows, the moments of hope and despair, and the ongoing struggle to break free from a toxic cycle. Join LAH and Behk as they navigate the complexities of surviving and healing from such profound challenges.

Topics Discussed:

• LGBTQ+ marriage
• Toxic family dynamics
• Couples finances
• Sexual coercion
• LAH's healing journey

Join LAH and Behk as they explore the complexities of codependency and the impact of childhood trauma. This episode is a must-listen for anyone struggling with similar issues or seeking to understand the dynamics of toxic relationships better.

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🎙️ Narcissists, Gaslighters, and Cheaters, Oh My! is taking a short summer break! ☀️

We’re pressing pause for just a couple of weeks to soak up some sunshine and recharge. Don’t worry—we’ll be back in mid-July with brand-new episodes and some incredible guests you won’t want to miss.

Thank you for listening, sharing, and supporting the stories from our brave guests. See you soon and enjoy the replay of LAH's story if you are new to the pod.

With love,

Behk & LAH 💛

In this episode (1 of 2), co-host LAH sits down with her co-host, Behk, to share a deeply personal story. LAH opens up about her childhood trauma and how it shaped her adult relationships. She briefly delves into her childhood, recounting experiences that led her into an 8-year codependent and toxic relationship with an addict.

Topics Discussed:

• Disclaimer of all disclaimers
• Who is LAH?
• LAH’s childhood
• LAH’s first long-term relationship
• Cocaine blues

Join LAH and Behk as they explore the complexities of codependency and the impact of childhood trauma. This episode is a must-listen for anyone struggling with similar issues or seeking to understand the dynamics of toxic relationships better.

We believe in the importance of sharing stories and talking about trauma. All stories are shared anonymously for privacy and respect, and no names or descriptive details are included.

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In this episode, Stephanie opens up about her upbringing in Florida, shaped by the traumatic experiences of her parents' own challenging childhoods. The echoes of this difficult past reverberated through Stephanie and her sister's lives, causing tension and discord between them.

With courage and vulnerability, Stephanie shares her personal journey and aspirations. Despite the shadows cast by her family's history, she expresses a deep desire to break the cycle of trauma. Stephanie is determined to provide her son with a different narrative — one filled with love, care, and protection.

Discussions in this episode:

• Meet Stephanie
• Her parent’s traumatic childhood
• Her and her sister’s turbulent relationship
• Her parenting style versus her parent’s
• A healing and loving future for her son

Join us as Stephanie explores her own resilience and powerful commitment to creating a more nurturing environment for the next generation. This episode is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the transformative power of breaking generational patterns.

Content Warning: This episode discusses various forms of toxic abuse, narcissistic abuse, child abuse, rape, suicide, animal abuse, gun violence, and any topics that may disturb some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.

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In Part Two of Veronika’s story, Behk & LAH follow her through the exhausting and emotionally brutal reality of ongoing court battles. Despite facing relentless legal abuse from her ex—who continues to use the system as a tool for control—Veronika refuses to back down.

Instead of letting the trauma define her, Veronika is reclaiming her voice and channeling her pain into action. She shares her vision for a nonprofit organization designed to support other parents navigating the same hellish terrain—those whose abusers are hiding behind custody filings and exploiting loopholes in a broken family court system.

This episode is about more than survival—it's about rising, rebuilding, and refusing to let injustice win. Veronika is creating a path forward not just for herself, but for countless others trapped in the same cycle.

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of legal abuse, family court trauma, child molestation, and emotional manipulation that may be triggering for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.

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In this episode, Behk and LAH sit down to share the heartbreaking and harrowing story of Veronika—one of LAH’s friends—who has endured a lifetime of high-conflict men, beginning with an emotionally abusive father. That pattern carried into adulthood, culminating in an abusive relationship with the father of her three children.

Veronika’s experience goes beyond emotional and psychological abuse—she was drugged, raped, and manipulated by her partner, a man who continues to torment her through the legal system. Despite her attempts to create a peaceful co-parenting plan for the sake of their children, he weaponizes the court system to try and strip her of her parental rights. His motivation isn’t the well-being of the kids—it’s control.

Join us as we explore the trauma of abuse that doesn't end when the relationship does, and the ways the family court system can be manipulated by narcissists to further harm survivors. Veronika’s strength and clarity shine through in this raw and revealing episode about motherhood, resilience, and the fight to protect your children when the system seems stacked against you.

Books Mentioned:

How to Kill a Narcissist

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