Breaking Free: A Modern Divorce Podcast

Mediation is not about being right , it's about leverage, preparation, and control. In this episode, a Leverage Lawyer with over 25 years of experience breaks down the 7 non-negotiable things you must have before walking into mediation if you want to protect your position, avoid being manipulated, and secure the best possible outcome in high-conflict legal, financial, or business disputes.

In this deep and revealing conversation, Jungian psychoanalyst Susan Schwartz explores the hidden psychology of narcissism, love, trauma bonds, and why relationships with narcissists feel so addictive yet devastating. Drawing on Jungian theory, mythology, and decades of clinical work, she explains why narcissism forms, why empaths are drawn in, why healing a narcissist rarely works, and how real recovery comes from self-knowledge, boundaries, and inner work. Book - An Analytical Exploration of Love and Narcissism: https://amzn.to/452lvro

False allegations don't win because they're true, they win because of how people react to them. In this episode, Leverage Lawyer Rebecca Zung explains exactly why defending yourself emotionally destroys your leverage, and reveals a proven, step-by-step strategy to dismantle false allegations in as little as two weeks using silence, documentation, and pattern exposure.

Being “nice” may feel right, but it can quietly destroy your authority, credibility, and influence. In this episode, a veteran trial lawyer explains how polite, apologetic, and permission-seeking language signals weakness to high-conflict people. And shows you exactly how to replace it with calm, decisive, authoritative communication that earns respect without being rude.

Financial bullying often happens quietly and escalates during divorce, especially in relationships involving narcissistic or high-conflict personalities. In this in-depth conversation, divorce attorney and financial litigation expert Lisa Zeiderman, Esq. explains how financial control, hidden assets, discovery abuse, and legal manipulation work. And what you can do to protect yourself before, during, and after divorce.

In this episode, Leverage Lawyer Rebecca Zung explains what even good lawyers often get wrong in high-conflict cases and why relying solely on legal strategy can cause clients to lose control, leverage, and outcomes. Learn how high-conflict personalities operate, why facts alone don't protect you, and what actually works to win strategically instead of emotionally.

If you are in a high conflict court case and feel like the truth is not protecting you, this episode is your wake up call. Leverage Lawyer Rebecca Zung explains why being right, emotional, or even having a strong lawyer is not enough to win in court and what you must do instead to protect your money, credibility, leverage, and future.

How do you trust yourself again after self-doubt, people-pleasing, or difficult relationships? In this powerful conversation, Dr. Shade Zahrai breaks down the psychology of trust, confidence, and self-belief, revealing the four hidden drivers of self-doubt and how to build “Big Trust” so you can show up with clarity, confidence, and influence in your life and career.

If you are divorcing or negotiating with a narcissist, this episode gives you the exact strategies to protect your money, your children, and your sanity. Learn how narcissists manipulate family court, how to shut down smear campaigns, how to negotiate from leverage, and how to stop emotional and financial bleeding—while positioning yourself to win.

Midlife is not a crisis—it is a calling. In this profound conversation, Marianne Williamson reveals why midlife is a spiritual portal, how forgiveness unlocks miracles at any age, and why women are meant to rise into greater power, wisdom, and purpose in the second half of life.

Finding a great divorce lawyer is not enough, especially if you're dealing with a narcissist or high-conflict ex. This episode reveals the three critical truths no one talks about when choosing a divorce lawyer, and how misunderstanding them can cost you your case, your money, and your peace of mind.

This episode exposes the number one narcissistic abuse tactic—reactive abuse—and explains how victims are manipulated into looking like the abuser. Using the Gabby Petito case and real legal analysis, it reveals how narcissists exploit emotional reactions, law enforcement blind spots, and legal systems to maintain control while avoiding accountability. The episode also teaches how to recognize the warning signs, protect yourself, and break free from the cycle of narcissistic abuse.

If someone constantly provokes, gaslights, or emotionally manipulates you, this episode reveals the exact psychological strategy that makes manipulators lose control instantly. Learn how to shut down manipulation, remove their emotional leverage, and regain your power without arguing, defending, or escalating.

If you are dealing with a narcissist in court and feel like they always win by appearing calm while you are portrayed as emotional or unstable, this episode explains the exact manipulation tactic being used and how to shut it down. Leverage lawyer Rebecca Zung reveals how narcissists control perception in court by provoking reactions, performing credibility, and exploiting bias, and she shows you how to regain power by shifting the focus to facts, documentation, and behavioral patterns that judges trust.

Narcissists win by destabilizing your emotions, not by logic or facts. This episode reveals the hidden psychological trap they use to control you—and the one counter-move they cannot defeat: radical emotional regulation.

A raw, unfiltered conversation about workplace narcissism, covert abuse, gaslighting, and the personal cost of staying too long in toxic power dynamics. This video breaks down how narcissistic leaders operate, how they target high performers, why self-doubt grows, and how reclaiming confidence, boundaries, and intuition can completely change the trajectory of your life and career.

This powerful interview with Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby breaks down why toxic relationships feel addictive, how emotional bonding overrides logic, and the practical steps needed to regain self-trust, set boundaries, and build emotionally healthy relationships.

This episode reveals exactly what to say during a narcissist's verbal attack so you can stay calm, protect your self-respect, and stop emotional manipulation in its tracks. You'll learn 15 powerful phrases plus advanced high-conflict communication strategies used by attorneys and negotiation experts to shut down gaslighting, baiting, and control without escalating the situation.

Discover the hidden truths about narcissists, their manipulative tactics, and how trauma shapes their brains. Learn to identify love-bombing, control tactics, and smear campaigns, and gain practical strategies to set boundaries, protect your mental health, and build leverage. This comprehensive guide dives deep into the psychology of narcissism, their core fears, and proven methods to navigate relationships safely and strategically.

Former Navy SEAL Commander Mark Divine shares his journey of resilience, recovery, and personal evolution. From overcoming severe injuries to mastering the mind-body connection, he reveals practical strategies for courage, leadership, and spiritual growth. Learn how vulnerability, meditation, and intentional choices shaped his life and success. Mark Divine's website: https://markdivine.com/ Youtube -    / @markdivineofficial   Instagram –   / markdivineofficial   Linkedin -   / markdivine   Twitter/X - https://x.com/MarkDivine Podcast - The Mark Divine Show https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...https://open.spotify.com/show/27MJdjr...

This raw, deeply powerful conversation reveals the full arc of narcissistic abuse—from love bombing and gaslighting to trauma, awakening, and true empowerment. Through lived experience, psychological insight, and hard-earned wisdom, this interview exposes how narcissists operate, why strong high-value people are targeted, and exactly how to reclaim identity, power, and freedom after narcissistic abuse, divorce, and custody battles.

Discover practical strategies to turn fear into power, build unshakable confidence, and navigate toxic relationships with narcissists. In this episode, we break down mindset shifts, emotional control techniques, and actionable steps to assert yourself, maintain independence, and create the life you deserve. Learn how execution, visualization, and inner guidance can transform your personal and professional life.

This episode reveals the one type of leverage that immediately makes a narcissist panic: documented, undeniable patterns that expose their true behavior and destroy their carefully crafted image. You'll learn how to flip the power dynamic, stop negotiating from fear, and strategically build written evidence that narcissists cannot deny, twist, or gaslight away.

Learn actionable strategies to protect yourself and your children during a narcissistic divorce. This episode covers how to ethically leverage the court system, prepare financially, understand narcissistic behavior, maintain resilience, and ensure your case focuses on the best interest of the child.

This episode breaks down the hidden body-language cues, micro-expressions, and behavioral red flags that reveal when someone is lying, manipulating, or concealing their true intentions. Using real psychological research and expert-level analysis, you will learn how to decode subtle expressions, detect deception in real time, and understand the emotional drivers behind narcissistic and toxic behavior.

This interview with Dr. Tara Suwinyattichaiporn, professor of relational and sexual communication and author of How Do You Like It?, reveals how sexual fulfillment is deeply tied to communication, emotional safety, relationship dynamics, and self-knowledge. Learn how to express your desires, navigate power imbalances, rebuild intimacy after betrayal, and create a high-quality sex life rooted in confidence and connection. Dr. Tara's website: https://www.luvbites.co/ Instagram –   / luvbites.co   Tiktok -   / luvbites.co   Linkedin -   / tarasuwin   Twitter/X -   / luvbitesco  

This episode exposes the ten brutal truths narcissists never want you to understand. You will learn how narcissists manipulate, gaslight, exploit empathy, and trap you in a cycle of control. Rebecca breaks down the signs they are playing you for a fool, what happens when you stop allowing manipulation, and how a super empath ultimately becomes more powerful than a narcissist. It also explains narcissistic collapse and how to safely protect yourself from toxic behavior.

This episode exposes the most common toxic communication patterns used by narcissists, manipulators, and emotionally abusive partners. You will learn how gaslighting works, how to recognize blame-shifting and control tactics, and how to protect your emotional stability using grounded communication tools such as the PAUSE Method. This is your complete guide to identifying manipulation in real time and responding with clarity, confidence, and boundaries.

Discover the shocking truths lawyers rarely reveal before you divorce a narcissist. In this powerful episode, leverage attorney and bestselling author Rebecca Zung exposes the hidden traps narcissists use in divorce and how to protect your money, children, and sanity. Learn how to outsmart manipulation, build leverage, document effectively, and lead your case with confidence.

In this video. Rebecca Zung breaks down the hidden psychological patterns behind toxic relationships, narcissistic manipulation, trauma bonding, and emotional collapse. Using real cases along with a firsthand account of pressure, ego, and burnout in high-performance private equity. This is a deep dive into narcissism, trauma triggers, self-worth, and the journey to reclaiming power.

Discover the most powerful strategies to gain leverage against narcissists in relationships, family disputes, and legal battles. Learn how to protect yourself, expose lies, and negotiate with confidence while keeping control of your life. This step-by-step guide will empower you to stop reacting and start winning.

This interview with Mark Groves how to reclaim your power after toxic relationships, stop self-abandonment, break trauma-driven attraction patterns, and rebuild self-trust through boundaries, emotional intelligence, and alignment with your deepest values. Learn why you attract toxic partners, how to stop people-pleasing, how to identify red flags early, and how to rebuild your nervous system so you feel safe choosing healthy love.

In this episode Rebecca Zung provides the ultimate guide to dealing with narcissists, exposing their manipulation tactics and showing you how to protect yourself. Learn 12 actionable strategies to regain control, set boundaries, and maintain your peace in relationships, family situations, or work environments. Over an hour of insights designed to empower you and prevent toxic cycles.

In this powerful episode, top narcissism expert and attorney Rebecca Zung exposes the shocking and manipulative behaviors narcissists engage in when you're not around. From secret spying to smear campaigns and emotional triangulation, learn exactly what happens behind your back — and how to take your power back using Rebecca's proven S.L.A.Y. Method (Strategy, Leverage, Anticipate, You).

In this episode, top lawyer and leverage expert Rebecca Zung reveals why narcissists make fake allegations and how to protect yourself legally and emotionally. Learn the psychological reasons behind false accusations, the manipulation blueprint narcissists follow, and proven legal and communication strategies to neutralize their attacks while maintaining credibility.

In this episode, Rebecca Zung breaks down the secret texting tactics narcissists use to manipulate, confuse, and control you - and shows exactly how to take your power back. Learn how love bombing turns into gaslighting, ghosting, and guilt-tripping, and discover the communication strategies that put you back in control.

Do you suspect you're dating a narcissist? This episode dives into the world of narcissism and relationships, revealing key narcissist red flags to watch out for. Learn about the subtle manipulation tactics they use and how to protect yourself from narcissistic abuse. You'll learn: How narcissists turn intimacy into a form of control and domination The 10 signs you may be having sex with a narcissist How narcissists withhold affection, attention, and truth to punish you The real difference between “diamond-level” and “coal-level” supply Why narcissists crave admiration and use sex to feed their ego The psychological and physical effects of sexual and emotional abuse Why narcissists fear true intimacy and vulnerability How to protect yourself and rebuild emotional and physical safety Connect with Me Website: https://www.rebeccazung.com Facebook:   / rebeccazung   Instagram:   / rebeccazung   YouTube:    / @rebeccazungesq   LinkedIn:   / rebecca-zung-6753893b   X (Twitter):   / rebeccazung   Podcast – Negotiate Your Best Life: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Join My Free Facebook Group:   / narcissistnegotiators   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover the secret psychological strategy that instantly shifts power away from narcissists—without arguing, yelling, or losing control. Attorney and Leverage Expert Rebecca Zung reveals her proven “Micro-Yes Technique,” a subtle communication tool that works in courtrooms, co-parenting situations, and everyday conversations. Learn how to use this method to outsmart manipulation, restore your peace, and win with logic—not emotion.

Learn how narcissists use the technique of mirroring — copying your words, body language and behavior — to create emotional bonds, gain control and eventually manipulate you. Rebecca Zung exposes the tactic, shows how it plays out in relationships and negotiations, and provides powerful strategies and phrases to reclaim your power, set boundaries and stop being manipulated. Description: Discover what the mirroring tactic is and why narcissists use it. Understand how covert and overt narcissists become emotional “chameleons” by mimicking you to gain trust and access. See how mirroring evolves from love‑bombing and idealization into manipulation, gaslighting and control. Learn how in negotiations or high‑conflict interactions mirroring may appear, and how to spot it. Get practical tools: neutral phrases that don't escalate drama; voice and tone techniques to stay calm and grounded. Explore a toolkit of 10+ “kick‑ass comebacks” and dialogues to defuse manipulation and reclaim your voice. Understand how to differentiate care vs control: boundaries, freedom, communication, intentions and your gut response. Recognize deeper traps: hero/victim roles, passive‑aggressive behavior, guilt‑baiting, financial or social dependency, and manipulation disguised as support. Learn how to document inconsistencies, force the narcissist into contradiction (e.g., by asking “Can you repeat that?”), and build leverage for your own negotiation strategy. Reclaim self‑worth: You have value. You deserve relationships where you are celebrated, not controlled. Find additional resources: free phrase sheets, email/text templates for narcissist interactions, support communities and more.

Learn the top ways to stop a narcissist's control, expose their lies, and protect yourself emotionally, legally, and socially. Discover what truly hurts narcissists, how to navigate love bombing, Hoovering, and smear campaigns, and the signs that you've gained leverage over them. This guide is essential for anyone dealing with narcissistic manipulation in personal, business, or family relationships. Understand the three things that hurt narcissists the most: loss of supply, fear of abandonment, and being exposed. Learn how going no-contact or setting boundaries affects a narcissist's control. Identify Hoovering tactics: Heat, Workaround, Rotation, and Hawk. Recognize signs that you've hurt a narcissist: withdrawal, excuses, blame-shifting, accusations, and full-on discard. Discover why narcissists fear your independence and how it drives their rage, gaslighting, and smear campaigns. Explore the love bombing and devaluation cycle and how narcissists condition their targets. Gain insights into managing narcissistic manipulation in romantic, family, and business contexts. Learn strategies to ethically expose narcissists while protecting yourself. Practical tips for negotiating and reclaiming control from narcissists using proven psychological strategies. Access resources like phrases to disarm narcissists at disarmthenar.com and negotiation prep at winmynegotiation.com. Who this is for: Survivors of narcissistic abuse Professionals dealing with narcissistic colleagues Anyone navigating toxic family or business relationships People wanting to understand and reclaim power from manipulative individuals

In this powerful interview, relationship expert Thais Gibson explores the underlying reasons you may consistently attract the wrong partner, and offers actionable strategies to shift your dynamic — starting with your relationship to yourself. Rather than focusing solely on dating tactics, she emphasizes the importance of healing attachment wounds, rewriting your relational blueprint, and establishing healthy boundaries so you can start attracting the right person with alignment and authenticity. Discover why you keep attracting mismatched or emotionally unavailable partners — and what's really going on under the surface. Understand the role of attachment styles in repeating relationship patterns and how your early experiences shape who you're drawn to. Learn why the “wrong” person often feels familiar because they reflect unresolved parts of you — and how to begin healing that. Gain clarity on how to rewrite your relationship blueprint: replace unconscious patterns with conscious choices. Explore how healthy boundaries, consistent self-respect, and emotional authenticity change your attraction dynamic. Shift your focus from trying to fix or win someone over to becoming someone who attracts from a place of wholeness. Find practical steps to stop settling for less, stop performing for approval, and begin embodying the kind of love you deserve. Suitable for anyone tired of repeating the same relational cycle and ready to create lasting change in how they connect.

In this eye-opening episode, Rebecca exposes the hidden tactics narcissists use to manipulate, control, and sabotage you — from covert insults and gaslighting to gift-giving traps, holiday sabotage, and the dangerous “dangling carrot” of future faking. Learn how to recognize these psychological weapons, reclaim your power, and stop falling into their emotional traps for good. Discover the Narcissist's Playbook — the exact methods narcissists use to confuse, dominate, and control you. Rebecca Zung breaks down how narcissists manipulate emotions, twist reality, and keep you trapped in their toxic cycle. You will learn: How narcissists weaponize gift-giving to insult, control, and create guilt. The 9 most common narcissistic insults that destroy your confidence and independence. How gaslighting works — and the subtle ways it makes you doubt your memory, judgment, and sanity. Why narcissists ruin holidays and special occasions just to keep the attention on themselves. The meaning of the “dangling carrot” tactic — how they promise love, change, or rewards they never deliver. What future faking looks like in relationships, workplaces, and negotiations. Why narcissists act kind or generous only when it serves their image or control. How to protect your mindset and use leverage to shift the power dynamic back to you. Rebecca Zung draws from her powerful S.L.A.Y. Negotiation Method (Strategy, Leverage, Anticipate, You) to show you how to outsmart manipulation and take back control of your life, confidence, and peace.

Learn how to finally turn the tables on the narcissist in your life using the most powerful tool — leverage. In this eye-opening conversation, Rebecca Zung and Judge Lynn Toler reveal how to outsmart manipulation, regain control, and win — both in court and in life. Discover the S.L.A.Y. Methodology and insider strategies to protect yourself, negotiate powerfully, and stop being controlled by a narcissist's lies and tactics. FULL DESCRIPTION: Discover the #1 most powerful tool you can use against a narcissist — leverage — and how to build it ethically and effectively. Learn the S.L.A.Y. framework: Strategy, Leverage, Anticipate, and focus on You. Understand the difference between diamond-level supply (status, image, reputation) and coal-level supply (chaos, control, and conflict). Hear real-life insights from Judge Lynn Toler on handling narcissists in court and separating emotion from strategy. Learn how to stop defending yourself, set boundaries, and communicate from strength. Discover how to use narcissists' own behavior — lies, contradictions, and ego — as leverage. Explore Rebecca's M.A.T.T.E.R. Framework for negotiation success. Find out how to prepare mentally, emotionally, and legally when a narcissist tries to destroy your peace or reputation. Gain clarity on how leverage is not manipulation — it's your power to create incentive for fair outcomes. Transform fear into confidence and finally shift from victim to victor. Perfect for: anyone navigating narcissistic abuse, divorce, custody battles, or high-conflict negotiations.

You told the truth. You worked hard. And now you're the one being called a liar, “crazy,” or “unstable.” The rumors spread faster than facts — and suddenly, you're fighting to defend your name. This is no accident. It's a smear campaign — one of the narcissist's most destructive tactics to destroy your reputation and power. In this episode, I'm giving you The Smart Person's False Accusation Playbook — the exact steps to protect your reputation, credibility, and legal standing when a narcissist attacks. You'll learn: ✅ Why narcissists launch smear campaigns — and how they manipulate public perception ✅ The four most common smear tactics: lies, triangulation, humiliation, and legal abuse ✅ The step-by-step defense playbook: document, don't panic, and stop feeding the fire ✅ How to turn their lies into evidence and regain control of your narrative ✅ The critical difference between reacting emotionally vs. responding strategically Smear campaigns are meant to break you. But with the right plan, you'll come out stronger, smarter, and untouchable.

In this deeply revealing episode, Rebecca Zung exposes why defending yourself against a narcissist only fuels their control — and how real power comes from knowing and standing in your truth. Joined by Nadine Macaluso, former wife of Jordan Belfort (the “Wolf of Wall Street”), they uncover the hidden psychology of trauma bonds, dopamine addiction, and the traits that make strong, intelligent people targets of narcissists. This conversation reveals how to break free from manipulation, reclaim your worth, and finally stop explaining, justifying, or trying to fix the unfixable. Description: Why You Should Stop Defending Yourself: Rebecca explains how every defense, justification, and over explanation gives the narcissist control — and how silence and self-certainty are your ultimate weapons. The Power of Self-Validation: Learn why knowing your truth is stronger than trying to prove it. John Edward's Story: The lesson from psychic medium John Edward that transformed how Rebecca responds to false accusations. Nadine Macaluso's Journey: Nadine shares her experience as Jordan Belfort's (Wolf of Wall Street) ex-wife and how charm, coercion, and trauma bonding entrapped her. The Science of Trauma Bonding: Understand how intermittent reinforcement and dopamine addiction create powerful emotional ties to abusers. Sandra Brown's Research: Discover why high-achieving, loyal, and conscientious people are often drawn into relationships with narcissists. Hope is the Hook: Why believing you can change or “fix” the narcissist keeps you trapped in the cycle. Breaking Free from the Narcissistic Cycle: How awareness, education, and boundary mastery are the keys to healing. Rebecca's Six Rules for Dealing with Narcissists: The Psychology Behind Hope, Fear, and Control: How your brain chemistry keeps you tethered to the toxic dynamic — and how to rewire it. From Survival to Freedom: Nadine's personal insights on overcoming trauma, shame, and emotional dependency after abuse. Healing Through Awareness: The path to reclaiming power and creating a new, abundant identity beyond the narcissist. Rebecca Zung's Expert Guidance: Legal and psychological strategies to “SLAY” narcissists with calm, clarity, and confidence.

Discover how to break free from the narcissist's toxic scarcity mindset and step into your own power through abundance thinking. In this empowering episode, Rebecca Zung reveals how narcissists manipulate from fear and lack — and how you can flip the script using mindset mastery, leverage, and conscious creation to win back your peace, confidence, and control. Learn how narcissists operate from a deep-seated scarcity mindset — believing there's never enough love, attention, money, or respect. Understand why this scarcity belief drives their manipulation, control, and constant need for supply. Discover the one question that traps a narcissist in their lies: “Can you repeat that?” — and how it exposes contradictions in court, conversations, or negotiations. Rebecca Zung shares her personal story from law to coaching and how shifting from scarcity to abundance transformed her entire career and relationships. Explore how mindset and energy shape negotiation outcomes, influence people, and attract better results — based on quantum and psychological principles. Find out why 80% of negotiation success comes from preparation and mindset, not just tactics. Learn how to stop giving the narcissist power by cutting off their supply and turning pain into empowerment. Insights on transforming victimhood into victory — reframing every setback as training for your next level of greatness. Discover the three pillars of success — mindset, skill set, and habits — and how to align them to attract abundance in love, money, and self-worth. Step-by-step guidance to reprogram your thinking: Define what you no longer tolerate. Eliminate negativity and low-vibration influences. Rack up daily wins to build unstoppable confidence. Featuring insights from The Alchemist, Untamed, and Big Magic — on courage, belief, and the art of conscious creation. A powerful message on how to rise above manipulation, reclaim your worth, and build a life of freedom and abundance.

In this powerful interview, Rebecca Zung and Dr. Ingrid Clayton expose the hidden trauma response known as fawning—the disease to please. Learn how people-pleasing, codependency, and boundary collapse are actually survival responses to deep relational trauma. Discover how to heal, set boundaries, and reclaim your authentic power from narcissists and toxic dynamics. What you'll learn: The fawn response — the hidden fourth trauma response beyond fight, flight, and freeze. How fawning develops in childhood as a survival mechanism in unsafe or abusive environments. Why people-pleasers and codependents aren't weak — they're trauma survivors seeking safety. How narcissists exploit fawners through guilt, obligation, and fear of abandonment. The connection between fawning, complex PTSD (CPTSD), and chronic relationship patterns. Practical healing tools from somatic therapy and self-regulation to rebuild inner safety. How to identify trauma reenactment and stop attracting narcissistic or manipulative partners. Why setting boundaries and “taking up space” is not mean — it's healthy and necessary. Steps to transform from appeasement and fear into authentic self-worth and empowerment. About the guests: Rebecca Zung – Top 1% attorney turned narcissism negotiation expert, author of SLAY the Bully, and creator of the SLAY method for reclaiming power in toxic relationships. Dr. Ingrid Clayton – Clinical psychologist, trauma specialist, and author of Believing Me, who brings deep insight into fawning, CPTSD, and somatic healing. Watch if you're: Recovering from narcissistic abuse, codependency, or people-pleasing. Tired of always apologizing or walking on eggshells. Ready to take your power back and stop living for others' approval.

The discard phase is the most dangerous stage of narcissistic abuse — and the easiest to miss until it's already underway. In this deep dive, I walk you through clear early signs, the smear-campaign setup, and how hoovering keeps you trauma-bonded. Then we map the seven real reasons narcissists discard, the top 10 lies they say after, how to spot a fake discard, and the steps to rebuild emotional autonomy and protect your leverage. You'll learn: ✅ 10 early discard signs and 5 warning phrases you must not ignore ✅ How trauma bonding is created and why hoovering works ✅ 7 reasons they discard (and how to turn the last one into leverage) ✅ Top 10 things narcissists say after discarding you — decoded ✅ Real vs fake discard — how to tell and what to do next ✅ Boundaries, documentation, and the SLAY method to stay in control

In this in-depth episode, Rebecca Zung dive into the ultimate guide for handling narcissists in mediation, divorce, and custody battles. You'll learn exactly how to prepare, protect yourself, and win against manipulative tactics used by narcissists in court. From legal leverage to emotional boundaries and self-empowerment, this masterclass breaks down every stage of the fight — and how to reclaim your power with clarity, strategy, and strength. What You'll Learn How to Handle Narcissists in Mediation and Legal Battles — preparation, strategy, leverage, and negotiation psychology. How narcissists distort communication — twisting words, gaslighting, and manipulating evidence to gain control. Essential leverage techniques that force narcissists to settle or comply without giving in to emotional games. Why emotional control and confidence are your greatest weapons during mediation or court. What to do when narcissists violate court orders or ignore agreements — effective legal steps that hold them accountable. Understanding narcissistic supply and how to cut it off to regain your power. Why early mediation, collaborative law, or “being nice” doesn't work with narcissists. Documentation mastery — the exact kind of evidence judges believe and how to build your case strategically. Rebecca Zung's SLAY Method — Strategy, Leverage, Anticipate, and focusing on YOU to turn the tables on narcissists. The truth about the family court system — how to recognize bias, expose manipulation, and fight smartly for your rights. Real success stories and tactical steps to outsmart narcissists legally and emotionally. Key Takeaways Mediation with narcissists isn't about fairness — it's about leverage and boundaries. The courtroom is a psychological battlefield — preparation and emotional neutrality win. Narcissists will delay, obstruct, and twist facts — but documentation, calm strategy, and a strong legal team turn the tables. Your recovery and mindset are just as vital as your legal approach — clarity equals power. #RebeccaZung #DrRamani #NarcissistDivorce #NarcissisticAbuseRecovery #NarcissistMediation #HighConflictDivorce #FamilyCourt #CustodyBattle #NarcissistLaw #NarcissisticParent #LegalStrategy #SLAYProgram #NarcissistLeverage #DivorceRecovery #TraumaBond #NarcissisticAbuse #NarcissismAwareness #EmotionalAbuse #PsychologicalAbuse #Boundaries #CovertNarcissist #OvertNarcissist #NarcissistSurvivor

In this powerful interview, Rebecca Zung and Dr. John Gray dive deep into the biological and emotional dynamics between men and women. Learn how hormones, communication styles, and emotional needs shape love, attraction, and long-term connection. Discover how women can reclaim balance, reduce stress, and reignite polarity through simple yet transformative relationship techniques based on John Gray's groundbreaking Mars and Venus principles. Description: Discover the truth about how hormones impact attraction, communication, and emotional connection between men and women Learn why asking men how they feel can actually hurt relationships — and what to do instead Understand how testosterone and estrogen shape stress, happiness, and intimacy John Gray reveals how women can reduce overwhelm by receiving help and embracing their feminine energy Why men feel successful when appreciated, and women feel loved when heard How to use small, confident requests to raise estrogen and rebuild connection Explore the concept of the “Venus Talk” — a 10-minute exercise that deepens love without blame or fixing Understand why postmenopausal women often feel more independent and how hormone balance shifts emotional needs The biology behind polarity, passion, and why attraction fades if not consciously nurtured How modern relationships can thrive by honoring differences instead of resenting them Insights from John Gray's books Be Happy With or Without a Man and Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus: For Women Only Learn about his Mars Venus Heart Space App and new six-book series on modern love and connection Hosted by Rebecca Zung, attorney, bestselling author, and narcissism negotiation expert ⁠#RebeccaZung⁠ ⁠#JohnGray⁠ ⁠#MarsAndVenus⁠ ⁠#RelationshipAdvice⁠ ⁠#WomensEmpowerment⁠ ⁠#FeminineEnergy⁠ ⁠#MasculineEnergy⁠ ⁠#EmotionalIntelligence⁠ ⁠#CommunicationInRelationships⁠ ⁠#HormoneHealth⁠ ⁠#LoveAndConnection⁠ ⁠#BeHappyWithOrWithoutAMan⁠ ⁠#MenAreFromMarsWomenAreFromVenus⁠ ⁠#RelationshipCoaching⁠ ⁠#RebeccaZungInterview⁠

Want to know what actually makes a narcissist panic? This episode shows you the exact pressure points narcissists can't handle and how to use them safely and strategically. We'll cover calm power moves like no emotional engagement, boundary setting, and exposure-based leverage so you stop reacting and start leading. You'll learn: ✅ Why supply drives everything they do and how to turn it off ✅ Panic triggers: brutal honesty, pushback, loss of control, exposure ✅ Seven tactics to make them lose control without losing yours ✅ What truly drives them crazy and how to protect your peace ✅ How to convert triggers into leverage using the SLAY method