{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"She Is A Leader - The Podcast for Women Creating Impact, Profit, and Peace in Their Business","title":"The Unseen Struggle: Surviving Narcissistic Abuse with Dana S. Diaz","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2274,"description":"❗❗❗ Trigger Warning: This episode contains triggering topics on narcissistic abuse and real-life experiences that may be distressing for some readers. Please approach with caution and ensure you have a support system in place.Narcissistic abuse is a sinister force that casts a long and dark shadow over the lives of its victims, leaving them feeling trapped, isolated, and utterly confused. This form of emotional manipulation and psychological control has a devastating impact on an individual's self-esteem, sense of identity, and overall mental health. It is a hidden epidemic that affects millions of people worldwide, yet it remains shrouded in secrecy and misunderstanding. That’s why for this week's episode of Boss Your Business Podcast, we're steering away from our usual business discussions to dive into a deeply personal topic about surviving and protecting oneself to further grow and achieve happiness.Join us as we explore the chilling world of narcissistic abuse and the journey to healing with our special guest, Dana S. Diaz, a wife, mother, and author of the bestselling book, Gasping for Air: The Stranglehold of Narcissistic Abuse. Together, we'll discuss the signs of narcissistic abuse, the importance of understanding and support, and what healing realizations look like.Meet The Guest:Dana's experience with narcissistic abuse began in her childhood and continued throughout her life. This first-hand knowledge has given her a deep understanding of the struggles and challenges victims face daily. Through her book and her advocacy work, Dana strives to create awareness about narcissistic abuse, ensuring that victims are given the support they need to begin the healing process. Narcissistic abuse occurs when an individual with Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) manipulates, controls, and exploits others for their own gain. This form of abuse can be emotional, physical, financial, and/or sexual. The narcissist's goal is to maintain power and control over the...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/akfu7Wgndo5G-PygQYPu0QyyH8tAbWnGTAxB49FpkrI/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8wOTc5/M2Q1MmZlZjdhZjJi/YTE0MDViMWU3ZDMx/NTE1OS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}