Dimming The Gaslight: Our Healing Journey From Narcissistic Abuse
Episodes
Episode 72: My DV Trial Day 6 Recap
25 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 72 is a recap of Day 6 of my DV Trial! My NEx admits, on the stand, under oath, that she is not acting in the best interest of the children, t...
Episode 71: My NEx Knows The Name Dimming The Gaslight!
18 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A major miscalculation on my part blows my cover, and reveals the name Dimming The Gaslight to my NEx! If you’d like to be part of the show, please...
Episode 70: DV Trial Day 5 - MAJOR Movement on Cross Examination of My NEx! (Interview with my lawyer)
11 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 70 welcomes back my lawyer to recap my court date with me! FINALLY we got some good movement on my cross exam. For the first time ever, I will...
Episode 69: Interview with Dave (@rdaveashley on IG)
04 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 69 features a new friend of mine - @rdaveashley! Dave is here to tell us about his story, drop some great quotes on us, and even an emotional ...
Episode 68: Interview With Jon from @MaleVictimsOfFemaleNarcissists on IG
21 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 68 is one I've been wanting to do for over a year with Jon from @MaleVictimsOfFemaleNarcissists on IG. Jon was the married to his narcissi...
Episode 67: From Captivity To Survivor With Narc Informed California Lawyer Attorney Padideh Jafari (@jafarilegal on IG)
14 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I get a lot of questions regarding narc informed legal representation, and my most listened to state for the pod is California. So, enter Attorney Jaf...
Episode 66: My DV Trial Day 4 Recap AND Someone In Plesantville is Listening!
07 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Day 4 of my DV trial was an interesting one, as the NEx alledged that I violated my TRO! I also had a crazy week, where I was able to fight fire with ...
Episode 65: My NEx Opened her 3rd FALSE Case with Child Protective Services Against Me
30 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 65 is my first solo episode in a while, and I’m here to discuss how my NEx is retaliating because I won’t abide to her demands. I talk abo...
Episode 64: Talking Dating After Narcissistic Abuse with Jana (@janacoaching on IG)
23 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 64 welcomes in a super fun guest -@janacoaching ! Jana is here to talk with us about something many of us - including myself - struggle with: ...
Episode 63: Talking Parental Narc Abuse Recovery with Adriana from @LetsGetYourShiftTogether
09 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm joined this week by one of my favorite accounts on all of Instagram - @LetsGetYourShiftTogether! Adriana was a victim of narcissism by way of ...
Episode 62: Interview with Tiara (@theselflovemethod on social)
02 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
@TheSelfLoveMethod was in the top 5 accounts I ever followed on IG when I discovered Narcissism. She’s here to tell her story about her prior relati...
Episode 61: Interview With Jaime
26 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jaime and I connected on Instagram and quickly found our stories were very similar. Jaime tells relatable stories about restraining orders, her NEx sc...
Episode 60: My DV Trial Day 3 Recap/ "Correct, I was Incorrect" - My NEx during her testimony
19 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On episode 60 of the podcast, my lawyer and I recap day 3 of my DV trial. I go over further testimony from the NEx, some cross examination of her from...
Episode 59: Preview to My NEx Perjuring Herself
12 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm back with a solo episode to give you guy's a preview of my court date next week where my NEx will be cross examined by my lawyer, and inev...
Episode 58: Spirituality and Narcissism with Callie Sorensen (@ calliesorensen on IG)
26 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 58 is for those of you who struggle with religion and spirituality as it relates to narcissism. Callie was in several narcissistic cults and s...
Episode 57: Interview With My Friend Jessica
19 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 57 welcomes in a follower that has become a good friend of mine through IG, Jessica! Jess just recently completed her divorce and she shares w...
Episode 56: Interview With a Clinical Psychologist that Specializes in Narcissism (@drruthannharpur on IG)
12 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Ruth Ann Harpur is a clinical Psychologist that specializes in all things narcissism. She treats both victims of NPD, as well as people have NPD. ...
Episode 55: My DV Trial Day 2 Recap (interview with my lawyer)
05 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My lawyer is back in this episode to recount with me what happened on the second day of my trial for my restraining order! We discuss how my NEx lied...
Episode 54: Interview With A Self Aware Narcissist named Jacob Part II (@thenamelessnarcissist on TIkTok and IG)
29 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jacob (The Nameless Narcissist) is back to talk more about what it's like to be diagnosed with NPD and how he functions. We talk about my personal...
Epiosde 53: Interview with a Self Aware Narcissist named Jacob Part I (@thenamelessnarcissist on TikTok)
22 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 53 welcomes in Jacob (@the nameless narcissist on TikTok & IG). Jacob is a self aware, diagnosed narcissist and he’s here to answer your...
Episode 52: My Sister Macy Joins the Show to Talk About Our Reconciliation
15 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Did your relationships with people you care about get ruined by choosing your narcissist over them? Then this episode is for you! MY SISTER Macy is on...
Episode 51: #AskMeAnything to Celebrate One Year of This Podcast!
01 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Birthday to this podcast! One year ago, I started this pod, and to celebrate, I’m doing an #AskMeAnything episode with brand new stories you g...
Episode 50: Celebrating 50 Episodes by Getting My Kids For Christmas!
24 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A HUGE EPISODE FOR A HUGE MILESTONE! I’m celebrating FIFTY episodes to tell you guys about a HUGE win I had today in court! And joining me to recap ...
Episode 49: How to Coparent with a Narcissist (Interview with @the_survivor_center on IG)
18 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Vickie (@the_survivor_center on IG) is here to talk about coparenting with a narcissist! We have a great time relating our personal stories, talking a...
Episode 48: In Loving Memory of Brittany V (interview with @loving_queenbee on IG)
11 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
TRIGGER WARNING: This is a very heavy episode with my new friend Patty (@loving_queenbee on IG). Patty is here to talk about the beautiful life of her...
Episode 47: Interview with Matt Pfifer (@MatthewLPfifer on IG)
04 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 47 welcomes in an absolutly exciting guest: @matthewlphifer ! Matt is on the show to talk about exiting a relationship with a narcissist, how ...
Episode 46: I Need Your Help!
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hi everyone! I have a favor to ask. Please listen to this episode. Help me get my kids back! If you'd like to be part of the show, please email ...
Episode 45: Interview with Trey (@iwaslikeyo_trey on TikTok and IG)
27 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I’ve been following Trey’s content for a while and I decided to reach out. His approach to his viral TikTok and IG videos feel so personal, but ma...
Episode 44: Interview with Arlene (@empath_glowup on IG)
20 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this week is a page I’ve been following for quite a while - @empath_glowup. Arlene and I have a great conversation about her love bombing, ...
Episode 43: Reunion with my Children after 59 days + An Interview with Narc Abuse Therapist (@vanessareiser on IG and TikTok)
13 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I finally saw my children for the first time in 59 days. I detail how it went, and I also have a special guest! Vanessa Reiser is a therapist that spe...
Episode 42: My DV Trial Day 1 Recap
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today was the trail for my initial restraining order. Want to know how it went? Check out the episode! If you would like to be a part of the show, ...
Episode 41: What I’ve Learned In the Past Year on the One Year Anniversary Since I Left My Home
30 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's been one year since I left my home, so I think it's only right that I do a reflection episode about everything that has happened and all ...
Episode 40: Interview With Phil from "Surviving The Covert Narcissist" Podcast
23 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I've been waiting a long, long time for this episode! My guest this week is one of my closest friends: Phil from the “Surviving The Covert Narci...
Episode 39: Part II of an Interview With a Self Aware Narcissist named Tessa (@spirit.narc on IG and TikTok)
16 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A self aware narcissist named Tessa is back for Part 2 of an interview about how a narcissist operates in the world. We cover specifically about my pr...
Episode 38: Part I of An interview with a Self Aware Narcissist named Tessa (@spirit.narc on IG and TikTok)
09 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is Part I of a two part series of an interview I did with a self aware Narcissist named Tessa. She breaks down for us how she was diagnosed with ...
Episode 37: Interview with Kevin (@thekevinhastings on IG)
02 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 37 welcomes in my guest Kevin, who has a great story to tell. Kevin breaks down for us his relationship with a narcissist who introduced him t...
Episode 36: My NEx Opened a NEW Restraining Order Against Me and Initial Court Hearing
22 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I thought the end of my divorce was approaching, but instead, my NEx has filed a brand new restraining order on me. Now, I'm back at the start. I go o...
Episode 35: "Where are they now?" Follow-up With Giselle from Episode 5 (you.are.better.now on IG)
18 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Who doesn't love a good "Where are they now?" My very first guest on this podcast was Giselle, and she's back to give us an update o...
Episode 34: Parental Narcissistic Abuse With Noor
11 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
All the way back on episode 4 of this podcast, I told you guys about how I confided in friends about my discovery about narcissism, and I told you I h...
Episode 33 BONUS: Caught my NEx in a lie with the kids!
07 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On last episode, I told a story about how I didn't want my son playing football. Well, sometimes desperate times call for desperate measures! Chec...
Episode 33: I'm Back After a Month Long Break From Doing The Pod!
04 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I'm back after a month long hiatus, and I missed you guys so much! In this episode, I talk about my future vision for this podcast and where I wan...
Episode 32: Mediation Fallout
07 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 32 is another solo episode with some mediation settlement fallout! I was physically attacked by the NEx’s flying monkey in front of my child...
Episode 31: Mediation and Settlement!!!!!
31 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 31 is a solo episode where I take you through my first ever mediation, not expecting it to work, and leaving with a mind blowing victory! If...
Episode 30: Rebecca Talks About Why We Stay In An Abusive Relationship
24 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
30 Episodes deep! Crazy! Another friend of mine called me recently who has never been in a narcissistically abusive relationship angry that we just do...
Episode 29: Interview With Licensed Therapist specializing in Narc Abuse Recovery Chelsey Brooke Cole (@chelseybrookecole on IG)
17 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dimming The Gaslight Podcast welcomes in a special guest this week, Chelsey Brooke Cole (@chelseybrookecole on IG)! Chelsey is a licensed therapist th...
Episode 28: Interview with the Tatjana Anders of "Your Reality" short film (@tatjana.anders and @yourrealityfilm on IG)
10 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 28 welcomes in my guest @tatjana.anders! Tatjana’s film @yourrealityfilm is a super triggering story about gaslighting and it has over 3.2M ...
Episode 27: Holistic Healing with Alexa Nicole (@IAmAlexaNicole on IG)
03 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
@IAmAlexaNicole is my week 27 guest on the DTG podcast! She is super into holistic healing and she has a great story about how she grew up in a family...
Episode 26: Interview with the Host of Misadventures With The Narcissist Podcast (@misadventurewiththenarcissist on IG)
26 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
RG (@misadventurewiththenarcissist on IG) is the host of Misadventures With The Narcissist Podcast and she is my guest for week 26! She has such an am...
Episode 25: My Friend Mike Can't Decide If His Ex Was A Narc
19 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is Mike's NEx a narcissist? You be the judge! For the first time ever, I do a live interview with a friend of mine who went through a really messy...
Episode 24: My NEx Is Stalking Me Over a Seatbelt and My PTSD Symptoms
11 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Thanks for coming back for Episode 24! This is a solo episode about the craziness of my life lately. I talk about a range of topics from how I'm copin...
Episode 23: A Shocking Interview With Joy (@joypostema1 on IG)
05 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 23 of DTG welcomes in my new friend Joy (@joypostema1 on IG)! Joy shares a tragic story about her experience with an abuse narcissist that bro...
Episode 22: A "Best Needs Assessment" Recap Where My NEx and I had to Speak for An Hour With An Evaluator
29 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want to know how my first hour long discussion with my NEx went in seven months? Episode 22 is a solo episode about the recap of a Best Needs Assessme...
Episode 21: Breaking The Trauma Bond With Keith (@spiritual_samurai_ on IG)
22 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 21 welcomes in Keith @spiritual_samurai_ who is going to give you some advice on how to deal with one of the hardest things post narcissistic ...
Episode 20: Interview with Beau (@narcissticabusebykels on IG)
15 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 20 is an episode with Beau (@narcissiticabusebykels), one of the absolutely funniest pages on all of Instagram. Beau tells some jokes at my ex...
Episode 19: An Update on My Situation and Reconciliation with My Family
08 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 19 is a solo episode where I get you up to date with my current situation. I give you updates on my Nex's behavior, where I am with gettin...
Episode 18: Interview with Blake about her NEx and Substance Abuse (@and_still_she_smiles on Instagram)
01 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 18 welcomes in my new friend Blake to tell us her story about overcoming not one, but TWO alcoholic narcissists! Blake shares her stories abou...
Episode 17: My Best Friend Moe Joins The Show
21 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want to hear some stories about my NEx from someone who knows her first hand? My Best Friend Moe joins the show to tell you about the "NExcorcist" as ...
Episode 16: Interview With Doug (dougbuggle on IG)
17 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 16 features a guy who has been to hell and back with his NEx! Doug met his NEx through the Mormon church. She love bombed and trauma bonded hi...
Episode 15: Interview with Regina (@PainToPowerr on TikTok and Instagram)
10 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 15 is an interview with a badass woman who is going viral on TikTok! Regina is brutally honest, and holds nothing back. She's got some ama...
Episode 14: "I'm Gonna See a Victory!" - My Mantra With My Children
03 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 14 is a victory for anyone who hates narcissists! Come hear about how my evidence in court shattered my NEx's allegations, and completely ...
Episode 13 BONUS: She Wouldn't Just Let Me Have The Kids on My Parenting Time!
27 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I just went to go pick up the kids and she wouldn't give them to me! Listen to this! If you want to be a part of the show, please email me at Dim...
Episode 13: Recap of My First Court Motion!
27 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 13 is a rollercoaster! Come hear the entire day leading up to my first motion in court, and I go over the judge's rulings on my case. Did ...
Episode 12: Interview With Adam from Toxic_Abuse_Anonymous
20 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 12 of Dimming the Gaslight welcomes a super cool guest this week - Adam from @Toxic_Abuse_Anonymous! Adam has gone viral on TikTok for giving ...
Episode 11: Interview with Chris and Lisa of Been_There_Got_Out
13 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I'm super excited to bring Chris and Lisa of Been There Got out to the Dimming the Gaslight podcast this week! Chris and Lisa are high conflict di...
Episode 10: This Episode Is Like My Therapy Session
06 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 10, I give a very raw and honest solo episode about my current living situation while being homeless, where my concerns and worries are for...
Episode 9: Interview with Irena (HearMeToo_StopTheSilence on Instagram)
27 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dimming The Gaslight welcomes our first international guest this week: Irena from Macedonia! Irena is on a mission with a friend (married_with_narciss...
Episode 8: Interview with Chad
20 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dimming The Gaslight welcomes its first male guest this week! Chad is only out of his relationship with his narcissist for two weeks, but we have a ve...
Episode 7: An Update on My Situation and Coping Techniques for Healing
13 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I'm back on the mic this week to give you an update on my situation, as my NEx is operating as if she has sole custody of our children. I also giv...
Episode 6: Interview with Licensed Therapist Kaytee Gillis (Claras__Voice on Instagram)
06 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Licensed Therapist Kaytee Gillis joins the podcast! She is the author of Invisible Bruises: How a Better Understanding of the Patterns of Domestic Vio...
Episode 5: Interview with Giselle (you.are.better.now on Instagram)
30 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dimming The Gaslight: Our Healing Journey from Narcissistic Abuse welcomes its first guest this week! Giselle has a powerful story that you're sur...
Episode 4: My Story Part III
23 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Dimming The Gaslight: Our Healing Journey From Narcissistic Abuse, I talk about an evil ultimatum given to me by my NEX, my discard...
Episode 3: My Story Part II
17 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I discuss everything that happened in my relationship following our wedding. I tell the story about becoming estranged from my family...
Episode 2: My Story Part I
09 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Dimming The Gaslight, I begin to tell you my story about how I met my Narcissist. I detail the beginning of our relationship, how w...
Episode 1: The Ingredients to the Narcissist’s Recipe
03 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the very first episode of Dimming The Gaslight! This episode is about some of the terminology associated with Narcissistic Abuse and I give...
Trailer
01 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hi everyone! This is the Trailer to our podcast entitled Dimming The Gaslight: Our Healing Journey From Narcissistic Abuse. I will be sharing my story...