They charm you, confuse you, and then convince everyone you’re the problem.
In this gripping episode of Life on Purpose Over 40, Caroline Balinska sits down with Jennifer O’Neill, expert in narcissistic personality patterns, to reveal how narcissists manipulate, gaslight, and destroy from behind the mask of “good intentions.”

This isn’t a buzzword conversation — it’s a deep dive into the real psychology behind narcissism, how it shows up in relationships, workplaces, and families, and why systems often fail to see the abuse that’s hiding in plain sight.

You’ll learn:

• How narcissists gain power through charm, confusion, and fear
• The difference between emotional immaturity and true narcissism
• The DARVO cycle: Deny, Attack, Reverse Victim and Offender
• Why empaths and high achievers are their favorite targets
• What “radical acceptance” really means for survivors
• How to start breaking free — mentally, emotionally, and spiritually

🎧 Tune in and discover the patterns that keep you stuck — and the mindset shift that will set you free.

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Most women think OCD is just flicking light switches or washing hands — but the reality is far deeper and far more shocking. In this eye-opening episode of Life on Purpose Over 40, Caroline Balinska sits down with Erin Davis, OCD coach and host of Bossing Up: Overcoming OCD, to uncover the truth about obsessive-compulsive disorder and why it so often hides behind anxiety, perfectionism, and over-giving.

You’ll learn:

• Why more than 50% of OCD cases in women are misdiagnosed as anxiety
• The surprising link between perimenopause, hormones, and OCD flare-ups
• The different types of OCD you’ve never heard of — relationship OCD, health OCD, religious OCD, and more
• Why traditional talk therapy and bubble baths don’t work (and what actually does)
• The dangerous cycle of people-pleasing, over-giving, and self-doubt that keeps women trapped

If you’ve ever second-guessed yourself endlessly, felt like you’re “too much” in relationships, or wondered if you’re the problem — this episode will open your eyes and give you hope.

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Explore her programs here

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What if the very obstacles you thought would hold you back turned out to be your greatest superpowers? 🎹

She was once a silenced girl, dismissed and overlooked. Today, Benita Rose is a world-touring concert pianist proving it’s never too late to chase your dreams. In this episode of Life on Purpose Over 40, we dive into her incredible journey from battling selective mutism and self-doubt to performing on global stages like Carnegie Hall.

You’ll hear how she overcame fear, ageism, and setbacks to reclaim her voice through music — and how obstacles can become superpowers when you dare to follow your passion.

If you’ve ever felt “too old” or “too late,” Benita’s story will inspire you to dream bigger and live boldly.

👉 Learn how to transform obstacles into fuel, embrace your journey at any age, and step into your purpose — no matter when you start.

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About Bentia Rose:
World renowned concert pianist Benita Rose just returned from her fourth tour, having performed in Norway, Latvia, England, Spain, France, Canada, China, and South America. She has performed twice in Carnegie Hall within a half year’s time, and also at the Palau de Música Catalana in Barcelona.
In 2024, she performed in New York City twelve times, including at Klavierhaus and at the Tenri Cultural Institute. This year she has performed in Spain five times and has been invited back to present at the international piano conference hosted by EPTA in Madrid in November of this year.

Her recent CD featuring the music of living composer Marcos Fernández-Barrero, has aired on radio stations in England. New York music critic Jed Distler has described her live performance of this music as “beautiful music, beautifully played.”
Her lecture-recitals on the interpretation and performance of the Fernández-Barrero works are available through “From the Artist’s Bench” video series by subscription through NCKP.

In 2021-2022 Ms.Rose performed five different concertos in one season with various Arizona ensembles.

Ms. Rose has received glowing reviews for her Chopin playing from Pianist magazine.She was also the featured cover pianist of all their social media.

Ms. Rose was the first pianist in the history of the World Saxophone Congress to be invited to give a lecture recital from the perspective of a pianist, in July 2025. She has been half of the Rose-Gibbs Duo, garnering international acclaim through competition and performance.

Ms. Rose’s performance of the Gershwin Concerto in F was heard on over 200 radio stations on Martin Goldsmith’s “Performance Today.”

Ms. Rose’s most recent projects include championing living composers as well as a new CD featuring Beethoven’s Op.109 Sonata, Bach-Busoni Chaconne, Chopin Ballade No.3, select Chopin études, and Liszt “Un Sospiro.”

Ms. Rose has won countless international solo piano competitions and is a former college professor of piano. Her pedagogical lineage can be traced to Beethoven, Czerny, and Liszt. She holds a Master of Music degree from the Hartt School, and was a student of Louis Crowder, Joseph Villa, and Luiz de Moura Castro. Other teachers have included Ilana Vered, Menahem Pressler, Irma Vallecillo, Alan Fraser, Paul Rutman, David Westfall, Raymond Lewenthal, Nina Svetlanova, and Emmanuel Ax.

When not playing piano, Ms. Rose enjoys studying languages and writing. Languages she enjoys include French, Latvian, Spanish, Catalan, Turkish, Latin, and currently adding Chinese. “Though it’s wonderful to know these langua

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