Fake Love and Flying Monkeys
A Toxic relationship and Fake love looks real—until it destroys you.
Welcome to Fake Love and Flying Monkeys, the podcast that exposes the hidden dynamics of toxic relationships, narcissistic abuse, and emotional manipulation. Hosted by Nova Gibson, leading trauma-informed counsellor and Director of Brighter Outlook Narcissistic Abuse Counselling, this podcast is your guide to breaking free from the confusion, fear, and self-doubt that come with being entangled with a narcissist.
In every episode, Nova draws from years of experience working with survivors to explore the complex, often covert tactics used in emotionally abusive relationships—from gaslighting, triangulation, and the silent treatment to smear campaigns and intermittent reinforcement.
Whether you're struggling with a narcissistic partner, parent, boss, or friend, Fake Love and Flying Monkeys gives you the tools and knowledge to understand the abuse, trust your instincts, and reclaim your power—even if the narcissist has never been formally diagnosed.
This is more than a podcast—it’s a lifeline.
You’ll get:
Clear explanations of narcissistic behaviour patterns
Practical strategies for setting boundaries and detaching
Real talk about the emotional rollercoaster of trauma bonding
Validation, clarity, and a path toward healing from narcissistic abuse
If you've ever felt trapped in a relationship that chips away at your self-worth, this podcast will help you name it, face it, and finally break free.
You’re not alone, and you’re not crazy. You’re in the fog of narcissistic abuse—and Nova is here to help guide you out.
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for more support and resources.
It’s time to expose the fake love, silence the flying monkeys, and rewrite your story.
Fake Love and Flying Monkeys
Narcissistic Manipulation Tactics You Didn’t Know Were Emotional Abuse
Are you constantly second-guessing yourself in a relationship that once felt perfect? Do you find yourself apologising for things you didn’t do or trying harder just to keep the peace? This episode dives deep into the covert, subtle, and often overlooked manipulation tactics narcissists use to control, confuse, and emotionally exhaust their victims.
From disguised insults and emotional withdrawal to rewriting history and passive-aggressive forgetfulness, narcissistic abuse isn’t always loud or obvious — and that’s exactly why it’s so dangerous. This episode explores specific narcissistic abuse tactics that are often mistaken for everyday relationship dynamics, including conditional affection, guilt-tripping, and sabotage masked as concern.
If you’ve ever felt like your reality is being distorted, your independence threatened, or your confidence slowly eroded, you may be dealing with covert narcissistic behaviour. We explore how narcissists weaponise your vulnerability, punish autonomy, and use “jokes,” comparisons, and passive-aggressive behaviours to chip away at your sense of self.
These manipulation tactics go far beyond classic gaslighting and love bombing — they are calculated forms of psychological control that leave long-lasting emotional scars. This episode is essential for anyone wanting to understand the complex and insidious nature of narcissistic relationships, emotional manipulation, and toxic abuse cycles.
If you've ever wondered why you feel off around someone — but can't quite put your finger on it — this deep dive into lesser-known narcissistic tactics will give you the clarity you’ve been searching for.
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