The Mental Healness Podcast
Episodes
Can Narcissists Really Change? A Clinical Psychologist Explains w/ Dr. David Hawkins
12 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Mental Healness Podcast, we tackle one of the most controversial questions online: Can narcissists actually change, or should...
I'm a Narcissist, Here's the Truth About Whether I Love My Kids
11 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As a diagnosed narcissist, I'm going live to answer the question adult children of narcissistic parents are afraid to ask did your narcissist pare...
When Your Abusive Partner Realizes They’ve Lost Control
09 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
When a toxic, control-obsessed person realizes they no longer have power over you, everything changes. In this video, we break down exactly how they r...
How To Know If It's Really Over With a Narcissist
07 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What does it mean when an abuser or a controlling person completely cuts you out of their life for good? In this video, Lee Hammock breaks down the br...
Why Are There So Many Abusive People Today!?
06 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Why does it feel like there is an absolute epidemic of abusers, controlling people, and narcissistic individuals in the world today? In this video, Le...
How To Take An Abusive Person's Power!
05 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
How do you take the power away from an abuser, a narcissist or a controlling person who seems to dominate your entire life? In this video, I talk abou...
Why Your Abusive Ex Keeps Your Stuff After You Breakup With Them!
04 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Why do abusers and controlling people refuse to give your stuff back after a breakup? In this video, Lee Hammock exposes the sinister tactics behind w...
She survived 5 years with a narcissistic man
03 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Five years is a long time to live a lie. But it hurts even deeper when your own friend is the one defending the behavior.In this story time, we look a...
Why they make it so hard to leave them!
02 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Understanding why you feel paralyzed and unable to leave an abusive person is the first step toward freedom. In this video, Lee Hammock explains the p...
He met his first narcissist
02 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
My man finally understands what women mean when they talk about experiencing narcissism after dealing with his first narcissistic friend. This video d...
Why Abusive People Lash Out When You Get Too Close (Puffer-Fishing)
31 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever head of PUFFER FISHING? In this video, Lee Hammock breaks down the exact mechanics of this toxic behavior and explains why abusers and c...
Embarrassed To Leave, Embarrassed To Stay: The Truth About The Trauma Bond!
29 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when your childhood is marked by extreme survival, only for you to unconsciously recreate that exact nightmare in your adult marriage? In...
The Real Mindset of an Abuser When They Start to Miss You
27 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
When a toxic, abusive, or controlling ex tells you that they "miss" you, it can completely destabilize your healing process. Your brain want...
Why A Controlling Person Fears You Talking to Their Ex
26 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Why does the person you are with desperately try to keep you from ever interacting with or meeting their ex? If they claim the ex is simply "craz...
The Mindset of an Abuser When You Cut Them Off
25 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What actually happens inside the mind of an abusive or controlling individual when you implement permanent no contact? Many survivors wonder if their ...
Why You Should Stop Checking Your Abusive Ex's Social Media
24 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Why do we intentionally look for things we know will hurt us? If you find yourself constantly typing your toxic ex's name into a search bar to che...
Why Abusers Hide Your Things (And Help You Look For Them)
23 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever experienced a situation where your keys, phone, or wallet constantly vanish, only for your partner to magically find them minutes later?...
I Was Seconds Away From Jumping. How I Saved My Own Life | Talmadge Spicer
22 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a toxic relationship and life's heaviest struggles push you to the literal edge? In this raw and unfiltered episode of The Menta...
The Mind Of an Abusive Person When You Finally Stop Caring
22 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The ultimate threat to an abusive or controlling person isn't your anger—it's your indifference. As long as you are angry, you are still emo...
She Busted Her Military Husband Cheating With an Influencer!
20 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
He should be kicked out of the military for cheating on his stay at home mom spouse. BUt she isn't going to press the charges against him because ...
He Wouldn't Leave An Abusive Relationship, So I Cut Him Off!
19 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
One of the hardest lessons in life is learning that you cannot save someone who isn't ready to leave an abusive situation. Long before I started s...
The Mind Of An Abusive Person When You Cut Them Off For GOOD!
18 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Cutting off communication with a toxic or abusive person is one of the hardest decisions you will ever make, but it is the only way to reclaim your st...
Going Back Into An Abusive Relationship! Why It Always Gets Worse...Not Better
17 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever gone back to an abusive relationship only to find that the behavior became significantly worse almost instantly? There is a specific log...
Why An Abuser Withholds Compliments on Purpose
16 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever noticed that the more you achieve, the less your partner or family member seems to notice? High-conflict personalities often withhold co...
The Real Reason Abusive People Love To Trigger You!
15 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt like you were being pushed to your absolute breaking point, only for the other person to remain perfectly calm once you finally sna...
Why You Might Feel Guilty After Leaving an abuser
14 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel like you’ve "abandoned" them? Are you struggling with the feeling that you’re the "bad guy" for choosing your own ...
Why They Always Come Back When You're Finally Over Them
13 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever received a random "thinking of you" text or a sudden apology after months of no contact? It feels like hope, but from the insi...
Her Ex used the courts to keep abusing her | Here's how she fought back!
12 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
How does a survivor handle a stalker who uses the legal system to continue the abuse? Hedya joins the podcast to share her shocking journey through ex...
These Words Make Manipulators Lose Their Power Over You
11 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you feel like you’re talking in circles and over-explaining your feelings to someone who won’t listen, you’re using too many words. When you’...
Why They Withhold Compliments on Purpose
10 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever noticed that the more you achieve, the less your partner or family member seems to notice? High-conflict personalities often withhold co...
Why They Get Meaner the Older They Get
09 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Why do high-conflict people get meaner as they get older? Lee Hammock breaks down what happens when someone’s "charm" and "looks"...
Why a Toxic Person Is Most Dangerous When the Bank Account Is Empty
08 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a toxic person goes broke? In this 15-minute deep dive, Lee Hammock (Mental Healness) explains the psychology behind the "Resou...
The early warning signs of a manipulative person
07 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Was that first date actually perfect, or were you just being studied? Diagnosed narcissist Lee Hammock breaks down the red flags people miss when they...
Why The New Partner Isn't Getting A Better Version
06 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Does it look like your ex finally changed for someone else? Diagnosed narcissist Lee Hammock breaks down the truth behind the "New Life" per...
Why Your Best Days Always Turn Into Arguments
04 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Why does the narcissist always pick a fight right when you're supposed to be relaxing? Diagnosed narcissist Lee Hammock breaks down the "Narc...
Why Narcissistic Mothers NEVER CHANGE | Diagnosed Narcissist Perspective
03 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Having a narcissistic mother is a unique kind of pain. Diagnosed narcissist Lee Hammock breaks down why toxic mothers compete with their children and ...
He Was in Prison 8 Years, Then Immediately Did This to His Wife
02 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
I can't believe people like this exist! He spent 8 years in jail and the first thing he did when he got out was to cheat on his wife that was noth...
The Hoover: 5 Survivors Share How They Were Pulled Back In
01 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The "Hoover" is the most dangerous part of the narcissistic cycle. Diagnosed narcissist Lee Hammock and 5 survivors break down the exact tac...
Mother Gothel Is a Narcissistic Sociopath | How She Manipulates Rapunzel
30 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, we discuss Mother Gothel from the "tangled movie" as a prime example of a "narcissistic mother" and how her actions...
GHOSTLIGHTING! Why Narcissists Ghost You and Then Pretend They Didn't
29 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What is GHOSTLIGHTING? It's a high-level manipulation tactic where a narcissist disappears (ghosts you) and then rewrites history to make you doub...
The narcissist and how they TEXT | Diagnosed Narcissist Explanation
28 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
How do narcissists send texts and emails? Is there a particular way that narcissistic people text you or respond to you? How would a narcissist respon...
Emotional Abuse Vs. Narcissistic Abuse: What's The Difference?
27 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Stop being confused and learn the differences between emotional abuse and the specific, systematic patterns of narcissistic abuse. As a diagnosed narc...
Why Narcissists Target Strong People: A Diagnosed POV
26 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Learn the real reasons why narcissists choose you and why you were targeted for your strengths rather than your weaknesses. As a diagnosed narcissist,...
9 Survivors Share the Exact Moment the Narcissist’s Mask Slipped
25 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Hear 8 powerful stories of the exact moment survivors realized they were dealing with a narcissist. As a diagnosed narcissist, I react to these "light...
Why 2 narcissists could never be together
24 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Discover why two narcissists can rarely maintain a relationship and the psychological "collision" that happens when two egos fight for the s...
The Second-Guessing Game: Why You Think YOU Are The Problem
23 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Stop the cycle of second-guessing and learn why narcissists work so hard to make you doubt your own reality and intuition. I’m breaking down the spe...
Why Colin Strickland was the Catalyst In Mo Wilson Losing it all
22 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Analyze the chilling psychology behind the Moriah Wilson murder case through the lens of a diagnosed narcissist. I’m breaking down why Colin Strickl...
Why the World Loves Them and You Don't
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Expose the "Public Saint, Private Monster" dynamic where narcissists use a polished reputation to gaslight and isolate their victims at home...
I Can't Believe This Keeps Happening! Shamar Elkins Is a Family Annihilator!
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Breaking down the psychology behind the horrific Shreveport tragedy and why someone like Shamar Elkins becomes a family annihilator. As a diagnosed na...
How Did The Narcissist BLAME You For Everything!
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Stop falling for the trap where your reaction to abuse becomes the "reason" for the abuse. Learn how narcissists use DARVO and reactive abus...
11 Signs You're In A Toxic Work Environment!
18 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Expose the toxic workplace reality by understanding the delusional beliefs held by narcissistic bosses that create hostile environments and destroy te...
NARCISSISTS NEVER GROW UP: HERE'S WHY
17 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Why do narcissists act like children? Today, as a diagnosed narcissist, I’m diving deep into the concept of "Arrested Development." I’m ...
I Thought She Was Nagging, But She Was Just Expressing Feelings
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
I used to think my wife was nagging me, but I finally realized she was just expressing her feelings. As a diagnosed narcissist, I’m breaking down wh...
Why Narcissists Can't Be Alone: The Secret Battle with Self-Hatred
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a narcissist is finally alone? As a diagnosed narcissist, I’m getting raw about how my own mind attacks me the second the "au...
The 15 Traits Of A Female Narcissist!
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Female narcissists are often much harder to spot than men because they hide behind social norms like motherhood, caretaking, and "feminine vulner...
Why They Leave You In The Hospital! The Ultimate Narcissistic Discard
13 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
When you get a serious diagnosis, a narcissist doesn't see a partner in pain—they see a "malfunctioning tool." Today, I’m breaking d...
The "Alpine Divorce": Why Narcissists Abandon You When You’re Vulnerable
12 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The "Alpine Divorce" is the most chilling relationship trend of 2026. From viral TikToks to the tragic Thomas Plamberger conviction, we are ...
I Can't Believe He Tried This!? (Tanner Horner 'Zero' Reaction)
11 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tanner Horner has pleaded guilty in the Athena Strand trial, but his claim that an alter ego named "Zero" committed the crime is a pathetic ...
He Made It Home, His Wife Didn't and Now He's Under Arrest
10 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Lynette Hooker went missing in the Bahamas and now her husband Brian is under arrest. There were inklings of previous violence in the relationship acc...
Why It's Hard Dating After You Leave a Toxic Relationship
09 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re terrified to start dating again because you’re afraid you’ll just attract another narcissist—that fear is actually your intuition tr...
Why Being VULNERABLE Makes You a Magnet for Narcissists
09 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Never go grocery shopping when you’re hungry, and never go dating when you’re vulnerable.When you are in a season of pain or transition, your &quo...
Why Narcissists Expect an AWARD for Telling the Truth?!
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"I told you what I did, so why are you still bringing it up?"Have you ever had a narcissist finally admit to a lie, a betrayal, or a mistake...
How Do Narcissists Act When You RECORD THEM?
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"You think showing a narcissist a video of how they treat you will finally make them understand. In reality, it’s often the spark that sets off...
How Long should you stay no contact with a narcissist?
05 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"A minimalist, high-impact YouTube thumbnail with a solid, deep-crimson red background. On the right side, a high-definition, sharp portrait of L...
Why Narcissist can bring up the past but you can't
04 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"A narcissist has a 30-second statute of limitations on their own mistakes, but a lifetime contract on yours. Today, I’m explaining why we weap...
Why I don’t hate my narcissistic father
03 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"Forgiveness isn't about him; it's about the weight I'm tired of carrying."For years, I carried a lot of anger toward my father....
Why narcissists are the perfect reflection of you
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"The person you fell in love with was actually just a better version of yourself."It’s the most painful realization in recovery: the '...
Why Narcissists PAY for Intimacy
01 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most people assume this behavior is just about the bedroom, but for a narcissist, it’s a calculated move to avoid the one thing we fear most: Vulner...
The conversational narcissist: why they always shift the focus back to themselves 🗣️🔄
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"They aren't listening; they're just waiting for their turn to talk."Have you ever shared something personal, only for the other per...
How to know if narcissists are actually changing
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"Is it a breakthrough, or is it just better acting?"The most common question I get is: "Lee, can narcissists actually change?" The...
The nicest guy: how the Ronnell Agee case exposes the neighbor narcissist 🏠⚖️
29 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"The most dangerous monsters don't look like monsters—they look like the guy who mows your lawn." Detroit is in shock today over the R...
What type of narcissistic supply are you?
28 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder why narcissists keep you around even when they don't seem to like you? It’s because you’re serving a specific purpose on the "...
Why You're Attracted To Narcissists
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"Your brain is literally wired to fall for the vain narcissist."A groundbreaking 2026 study has revealed that humans mentally categorize nar...
Top 4 narcs who tried to outsmart the jury
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"There is nothing narcissists love more than a stage, and a witness stand is the ultimate platform. Today on MentalHealness, I’m breaking down ...
NARCISSISTS THINK THEY OWN YOU: Why They Don’t Want You, But Won't Let You Go
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"If I’m done with you, why am I still stalking your page?"It’s one of the most confusing parts of the narcissistic cycle. They’ve disc...
A REAL Narcissist Reacts to "You’re Dating A Narcissist!" Movie Trailer
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"Is she a genius psychologist, or is she the real problem?"Marisa Tomei is coming for the narcs on March 27th! I just watched the trailer fo...
THE POWER OF SAYING NO: Watching the Narcissist Collapse
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"No is a complete sentence, but to a narcissist, it’s a declaration of war."Have you ever noticed how a simple "No" can turn a c...
GRIEVING LALA: A Diagnosed Narcissist’s Unfiltered Look at Pet Loss & Vulnerability
22 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Losing my dog, Lala, has been one of the hardest things I’ve ever faced. As a diagnosed narcissist, I’m giving you an inside look at how I used to...
EXPOSING A NARCISSIST: Why Outing Them is Your Greatest Power
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"The truth doesn't just set you free—it strips them of their power."They spend their entire lives building a facade. They lie, they ma...
Doja Cat & BPD: Why the "Mask" Finally Came Off
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"I’ve been pretending to be happy since I was a kid."On March 13, 2026, Doja Cat dropped a bombshell on TikTok: she’s been diagnosed wit...
THE HIT LIST: Who Narcissists Hate the Most (and Why)
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"It’s not just an annoyance; it’s a threat to our existence."Ever wondered why a narcissist seems to have a personal vendetta against ce...
How do narcissists experience guilt or remorse?
15 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"How can they sleep at night after what they did to me?"It’s the question that haunts every survivor. You’re looking for a sign of a con...
THE 20-YEAR HOOVER: When the "Old Version" of Him Shows Up at Your Door 👴🏾🚩
14 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"He’s back... but he’s not the man you remember."Today on MentalHealness, I’m telling the story of Timmy and Michelle. They were young...
THE INTIMACY TRAP: How Narcissists Weaponize the Bedroom
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"It was the only time I felt like they actually loved me."In a narcissistic relationship, physical intimacy is rarely just about connection—...
THE ORPHAN OPTION: Going No Contact With a Toxic Family Tree
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"But they’re your family..."It’s the phrase that keeps people trapped in cycles of abuse for decades. But what happens when the people w...
How do narcissist act when they drunk?
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Does the narcissist in your life become a completely different person when they drink, or are you finally seeing who they really are? Many people beli...
The Aggressive Hook: How Male Narcissists Are Created: The Origin Story
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered if narcissists are born that way or if life made them that way? Today, we are doing a full "workup" on how male narci...
WHY THEY WANT THE CHASE: How Pursuing a Narcissist Validates the Ab*se
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"If I’m still chasing, they must be worth it... right?"Wrong. As a self-aware narcissist, I’m telling you the truth about what happens i...
The Top 5 Excuses Narcissists Use to Escape Accountability
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever tried to hold a narcissist accountable, only to end up being the one apologizing? That isn't an accident. Narcissists have a specifi...
THE BACKFIRE: Why Narcissists Rage When You Actually Leave
07 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"Get out then!"It’s what they’ve been saying for weeks. They’ve devalued you, ignored you, and treated you like a burden until you fin...
Pain Shopping: Why You Can't Stop Checking the Narcissist's Social Media
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Are you addicted to "Pain Shopping"? In this video, self-aware narcissist Lee Hammock explains why survivors compulsively check their ex'...
THE FINAL DISCARD: Do Narcissists Ever Truly Leave You Alone?
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"Will this ever end?"Channel Memberships For More perks- www.youtube.com/channel/UCm1vYQOEQRo6X4Dy8KoGPMw/joinIt’s the question that keeps...
How I found out that I had Narcissistic Personality Disorder
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
My story from beginning to right now about how I have been diagnosed with NPD or narcissistic personality disorder Connect with Lee:My Courses: ...
THE COST OF STAYING: What Happens When You Won’t Leave a Narcissist
01 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"I know who they are... but I’m staying."Not everyone is ready to leave. Whether it's for the kids, financial stability, or a hope tha...
NARCISSIST OR AVOIDANT? How to Tell the Difference Before You Get Hurt 🛡️🧠
28 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Are they "scared" of intimacy, or are they "managing" you?It’s the question that keeps thousands of people stuck in toxic cycles. You see them pulli...
THE TRAP: Decoding a Narcissist’s Dating Profile
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Are you swiping right on a predator? Online dating is a narcissist's dream. It allows them to curate a "Perfect Mask" before you ever me...
THE "O.N. CONTACT" RULE: Handling a Narcissist When You Can't Walk Away completely 🛡️🤝
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"Just go No Contact!" feels like a slap in the face when you have shared custody, a business, or legal ties to a narcissist.For many survivo...
THE REBOUND TRAP: The Truth About Transitional Supply ♻️🏚️
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Are you spiraling because the narcissist replaced you with someone who feels like a massive "downgrade"?It’s not about love; it’s about ...
GRADE A SUPPLY: Why the "Best" Partners are the Easiest to Replace 💎♻️
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Are you "Grade A Supply" without even knowing it?Most people think narcissists target "broken" people. As a self-aware narcissist,...
HYSTERICAL BONDING: Why you want them MORE after they hurt you. 💔
21 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever discovered a betrayal—infidelity, a lie, or a discard—and suddenly felt a surge of intense desire to be close to the person who hurt...