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
When the Narcissist Knows You Know: And Panics!
What really happens when the narcissist loses control of you, and realises their grip on you is gone?
In this episode of Fake Love and Flying Monkeys, I break down the moment every survivor of narcissistic abuse eventually faces—the moment the narcissist knows you’ve figured them out… and they start to unravel.
This is when the power shift begins. You stop reacting. You stop defending. You see through the gaslighting, manipulation, and charm—and they know it.
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✅️ Expect a deep dive into:
How narcissists behave when they feel exposed
What happens when they lose emotional control over you
Why smear campaigns ramp up post-escape
The mind games they play to claw back power
How silence, boundaries, and no-contact drive them wild
What your healing journey really triggers in a narcissist
Whether you’ve just woken up to the narcissist’s true nature or you're deep into your healing journey, this episode will validate everything you’re feeling. If they’re panicking, it’s because your peace, clarity, and confidence are growing stronger.
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Please remember the information in this episode is not intended to substitute for therapy is general and strictly the opinions of the host.
Nova xx