You finally left. The narcissist is no longer in your life — but the emotional chaos still is.

In this powerful episode of Real Talk: Divorce, Life & Everything In-Between, hosts Lorene Roberts (Holistic Counsellor & Root-Cause Therapist) and Richard Morden (Divorce Coach & Emotional Resilience Practitioner) dive deep into the often-overlooked fallout of narcissistic relationships — what happens after the breakup, when the gaslighting stops but the self-doubt lingers.

Because here’s the truth: just leaving isn’t the finish line.
It’s the start of your healing journey — and it can feel overwhelming, lonely, and confusing.

🎙️ In this episode, we talk about:

• What really happens after the narcissist is gone (hint: the damage doesn’t just disappear)
• Why so many survivors struggle with identity loss, emotional flashbacks, and self-blame
• How narcissists condition you to doubt yourself — even long after they’re out of your life
• The practical and emotional fallout: finances, friendships, family fractures
• The grief no one talks about — including mourning the person you thought they were
• And why it’s totally normal to feel broken — but you’re not

🛠️ We also explore solutions like:

• How to gently reclaim your sense of self
• Using therapy, journaling, and trauma-informed tools to reconnect with your worth
• Ways to rebuild trust — in yourself and in others
• Simple steps for nervous system regulation when your world feels unsafe
• The importance of community, boundaries, and compassion during recovery

💬 Real Talk Moments: Lorene and Richard share personal experiences, mistakes made, lessons learned, and the things they wish someone had told them during the aftermath. It’s raw, real, and filled with hard-earned wisdom.

If you’ve ever asked yourself: “Why do I still feel like this?”
This episode is for you.

You’re not alone.
You’re not crazy.
And you’re not broken — you’re healing.

🔗 Connect with Us:

Lorene Roberts | Holistic Counsellor
🌐 www.loreneroberts.com
📧 lorene@loreneroberts.com
🔗 LinkedIn

Richard Morden | Divorce Coach
📧 rmorden@gmail.com
🔗 LinkedIn

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Narcissism 101: What They Don’t Tell You Until It’s Too Late
with Lorene Roberts & Richard Morden

How do you know if you were with a narcissist?
Why is it so hard to leave — even when you know something’s not right?
And what’s the first step toward healing after narcissistic abuse?

In this episode of Real Talk: Divorce, Life & Everything In-Between, Lorene Roberts and Richard Morden unpack exactly what happens inside a narcissistic relationship — and why so many people end up feeling broken, lost, and doubting themselves long after it’s over.

You’ll learn:

✅ What narcissism really is — explained in plain language
✅ The “love bombing” stage and why it feels so good at first
✅ The cycle of idealisation, devaluation, discard and hoovering
✅ The subtle tactics narcissists use to confuse, control and isolate you
✅ Why trauma bonding makes it so hard to leave
✅ How to spot the red flags you may have missed
✅ Why so many smart, capable people stay in narcissistic relationships — and why it is NOT your fault
✅ How narcissistic abuse impacts your body, mind, and emotions
✅ First steps to start healing, reclaim your voice, and trust yourself again

If you’ve ever found yourself thinking:
"Am I going crazy?"
"Why do I still miss them?"
"Why can’t I let go — even after everything they did?"
"Why didn’t I leave sooner?"

This episode is for YOU.

Narcissistic abuse doesn’t just break your heart — it distorts your sense of reality and erodes your self-worth. And the first step toward recovery is understanding what happened… and knowing that you are not alone.

Reflection Questions:

• What signs did you ignore — and why?
• Where is pride or shame still keeping you from speaking about what happened?
• What would you say to your past self if you could?

Affirmation:
"I am not broken. I see clearly now. I trust my gut, and I deserve peace."

About your hosts:
Lorene Roberts is a holistic counsellor, author, and divorce recovery expert.
Richard Morden is a divorce coach specialising in helping people release trauma and reclaim their lives.
Together, they bring real talk, deep compassion, and practical tools to help you heal and rebuild.

Contact Lorene:
🌐 www.loreneroberts.com
📧 support@loreneroberts.com
🔗 LinkedIn: Lorene Roberts
📘 Facebook: @LoreneRobertsCounsellor

Contact Richard Morden:
📧 rmorden@gmail.com
🔗 LinkedIn: Richard Morden

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Have you ever wondered why it feels so hard to ask for what you want—especially after divorce or coming out of a toxic relationship?

In this powerful, no-fluff episode, I’m sharing the truth about why so many women stay silent after separation… and why asking for what you want isn’t just brave—it’s essential for healing and creating your new life.

After years of being told not to ask—first by my family, then by my ex—I stopped expecting anything from life. I learned to shut down my desires, to stay small, and to avoid disappointment at all costs. I thought if I could just work hard enough or control everything, maybe I’d get what I wanted.

But it never worked.

Because desire requires voice. Clarity. Belief. Decision. Surrender.
And most importantly, it requires healing the limiting beliefs that were programmed into us by people who were never equipped to love or support us properly.

If you’ve ever felt:

• Afraid to ask for what you need in relationships
• Guilty for wanting “more” after divorce
• Like you always have to do everything yourself
• Or like the universe just isn’t listening...

This episode is for you.

Together, we’ll explore:
✅ Why asking is a non-negotiable part of your healing journey
✅ How childhood and narcissistic conditioning sabotage your desires
✅ The neuroscience behind decision-making and why your brain needs clarity
✅ What really happens when you don’t ask (and how it keeps you stuck)
✅ How to reprogram limiting beliefs around self-worth and receiving
✅ Why surrender—not control—is the missing key to getting what you want
✅ Simple, daily embodiment practices to begin asking, believing, and receiving

This isn’t about manifesting fluffy dreams or pretending everything’s okay.
This is about rewriting the script—from survival and silence to bold, embodied truth.

You’ll walk away from this episode with:
✨ A clear understanding of what’s been blocking your desires
✨ Practical steps to start asking with confidence
✨ A renewed belief in your right to receive
✨ Tools to stop controlling and start allowing

Whether you’re newly separated or years into your healing, this episode will reconnect you to the part of you that’s always known: you’re meant for more.

It’s time to ask for it.

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🧡 Want support in learning how to ask for more in your own life? Message me directly or visit www.loreneroberts.com to find tools, courses, and counselling support made for women just like you.

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