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.
Visit https://www.brighteroutlooknarcissisticabusecounselling.com.au/
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
Navigating Domestic Abuse and Addiction Recovery with Azadeh Atzberger
"Healing from domestic abuse and addiction is possible—Azadeh Atzberger shares how."
In this powerful episode of Fake Love and Flying Monkeys, I’m joined by Azadeh Atzberger, a bestselling author, trauma survivor, and the founder of Finally Free Life. Azadeh has dedicated her life to empowering others to heal from the effects of domestic abuse and addiction, using her personal journey of overcoming both to guide others through their own recovery.
Azadeh’s expertise as a transformational life coach and couples coach shines through as she shares her experience as a survivor of domestic and sexual abuse, and how she broke free from addiction. Her visionary program, The 12 Steps For Narcissistic Abuse Recovery, offers profound tools for navigating trauma and reclaiming one’s life.
In this episode, we discuss:
Healing from narcissistic abuse and the impact of trauma on relationships
How addiction intertwines with trauma recovery and how to break free
The steps to manifesting the life you deserve after overcoming trauma
How coaching and self-empowerment can support your healing journey
Azadeh’s story is a testament to resilience and transformation, and if you’re ready to heal from the trauma of domestic abuse and addiction, press play now.
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