Honeymoon Disasters: When the Narcissist's Mask Slips
It's devastating when the narcissist's mask slips. Often this happens after a serious commitment has been made, like after moving together or marriage. In this episode, Dr. Kerry and Tara share honeymoon disasters and betrayals--when toxic partners often unmask to ramp up the abuse. And the self-help tip is the importance of getting the right kind of help, particularly a betrayal trauma specialist if this has happened to you. Looking for another podcast fix? You don't have to wait another week. Get a podcast extra --both for free and paid subscribers by joining Dr. Kerry and Tara's substack's newletter. Subscribe today! https://breakingfreewithkerryandtara.... *********** **** Have you signed up for our newsletter? Learn the backstory, behind-the-scenes extras, tips, and additional resources each week. Join us here! https://substack.com/@breakingfreewit... Follow the podcast! YouTube: @breakingfreefromnarcabuse Instagram: @breakingfreefromnarcabuse Facebook: @breakingfreefromnarcabuse E-mail: [email protected] Newsletter: https://breakingfreewithkerryandtara.... Website: https://www.breakingfreenarcissistica... Kerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D., a psychologist and writer, is an expert on cultivating healthy relationships, deconstructing narcissism, and understanding various other mental health-related issues. Her memoir, Love You More: The Harrowing Tale of Lies, Sex Addiction, & Double Cross, gives an uncensored glimpse into the dynamics of narcissistic abuse . She educates on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube as @kerrymcavoyphd. Tara Blair Ball is a certified relationship coach and author. She specializes in empowering individuals and their relationships to go from toxic to happy. She connects to her audience through her content on Tiktok and Instagram @tara.relationshipcoach as well as through her books: Grateful in Love, A Couples Goals Journal, and Reclaim & Recover: Heal from Toxic Relationships. IF YOU ARE A RISK of immediate danger or abuse, please get in touch with the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233. DISCLAIMER: All content and information on this website is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute mental health advice. Although I strive to provide accurate general information, the information presented here is not a substitute for professional advice, and you should not rely solely on this information. Always consult a professional in the area for your particular needs and circumstances before making any professional, legal, medical, financial, or tax-related decisions.

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