
Fake Love and Flying Monkeys
The podcast where Fake Love is exposed. Welcome to Fake Love and Flying Monkeys! Hosted by Nova Gibson, Principal Counsellor at Brighter Outlook Narcissistic Abuse Counselling, this podcast is dedicated to helping you navigate the pain and confusion of toxic relationships, and emotional abuse, especially those involving a suspected or undiagnosed narcissist.
Nova brings years of expertise as a specialist trauma-informed counsellor, guiding survivors of narcissistic abuse to become the experts in their own trauma. In relationships where narcissists rarely, if ever, seek a diagnosis—believing there is nothing wrong with their behaviour—it’s vital for survivors to gain clarity, validation, and the tools needed to heal.
Through candid conversations, expert insights, and practical strategies, Nova and her guests unpack the manipulative tactics of emotional abuse, from gaslighting and control to triangulation and smear campaigns. Whether you’re dealing with a narcissistic partner, parent, coworker, or friend, Fake Love and Flying Monkeys empowers you to identify the patterns, set healthy boundaries, and rebuild your confidence after years of self-doubt and emotional exhaustion.
This podcast doesn’t just shine a light on the hidden dynamics of narcissistic abuse—it hands you the torch to take back your power. You’ll learn to validate your experiences, protect your mental health, and break free from the toxic cycle, even without the confirmation of a formal diagnosis.
If you’ve ever felt trapped, silenced, or unsure of how to move forward, this is your safe space. Nova’s compassionate, down-to-earth approach ensures you’re not just heard—you’re understood.
Tune in to Fake Love and Flying Monkeys and discover the tools you need to expose the fake love in your life, reclaim your worth, and step into a future of peace and empowerment. Visit www.brighteroutlookcounselling.com.au to learn more, leave a review, and grab Nova’s book, Fake Love – Understanding and Healing from Narcissistic Abuse. It’s time to rewrite your story.
Fake Love and Flying Monkeys
10 Behaviours of the Ageing Narcissist.
10 Behaviours of the Ageing Narcissist.
As narcissists age, their tactics and behaviours often shift, sometimes becoming more manipulative and harmful. In this episode, I’ll walk you through 10 key behaviours of the ageing narcissist, offering insights into what drives these changes and how they impact those around them.
You might notice that their charm no longer works as effectively as it used to, leaving them desperate for validation. Or perhaps they’re leaning even more heavily on guilt-tripping to maintain control, especially over family members. I’ll share real-life examples from my counselling practice, such as the ageing parent who weaponises their declining health to manipulate their adult children.
We’ll discuss the ageing narcissist’s deep fear of irrelevance, which can drive attention-seeking behaviours, and how their lack of self-awareness makes them even harder to reason with. From their refusal to take responsibility for past mistakes to their tendency to rewrite history to suit their narrative, you’ll learn how these behaviours are rooted in their fragile ego and fear of losing control.
If you’re dealing with an ageing narcissist in your life—whether it’s a parent, partner, or colleague—this episode is for you!
Tune in to better understand the complexities of the ageing narcissist and take one step closer to reclaiming your peace.
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