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Toxic Relationship Podcast

Shannon Alder
Narcissistic Abuse
Boundaries
Trauma Bonds
Christianity
Trauma Bond
Christian Faith
Relationships
Love Bombing
Gaslighting
God
Emotional Abuse
Verbal Abuse
Future Faking
Healing
Faith / Christianity
Intermittent Reinforcement
Breathwork
Neuroscience
Blame Shifting
Narcissism

Welcome to The Toxic Relationship Podcast, a Christian-centered channel helping women and men recognize toxic relationship patterns, recover from narcissistic and emotional abuse, break trauma bonds, rebuild healthy boundaries, and rediscover their identity in Christ.

The podcast is hosted by Pastor Jake O’Connell and bestselling author and Relationship Life Coach Shannon L. Alder. Shannon is be... more

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Is your narcissist testing your loyalty? Is he or she just waiting to see how you will react? Let's dive in. 

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Is it gaslighting or selective memory? Let's dive into how narcissists deny the harm they caused you.

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Is it a trauma bond or real love? Are you sure it is not insecurity, and you feel like you invested so much you don't want to let go? Let's explore narcissism and trauma bonds with God's Help!

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Trauma Bonds. What is it? How to avoid being bonded for years. Let's see what God can do to help you.

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Long after the break up you can hurt. It could have been 5 years after the break up and your still hurt from the narcissistic and emotional abuse. Let God help you heal. Let's Dive In!

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You could be in the dark because of gaslighting. Do you know what that means? Here are 10 signs you're being gaslit and what God thinks about it?

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Do you know what covert narcissism is? What does God have to say about the topic? Let's Dive In!

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Is it real love? We all want to know that answer! Let's find out what love bombing is and what God has to say about it. Let's Dive In!

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Shannon L. Alder
Bestselling author and relationship life coach focused on narcissistic abuse recovery
Episode: 10 Signs You are Caught In a Trauma Bond With a Narcissist and How God Can Help
Mark Oakes
Pastor from Rolling Hills Church, filling in for Pastor Jake O'Connell
Rolling Hills Church
Episode: 5 Ways to Recognize a Narcissist's Fake Apology and God's input!
Shannon Alder
Bestselling author and life coach, author of The Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Bible
Shannon Alder
Episode: 5 Reasons Narcissists Treat Strangers Better Than Their Partners and God's Input on it!
Caleb Hayes
Bible studies student helping with the episode
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Episode: 10 Signs Your Narcissist or Emotional Abuser is Future Faking- Learn God's Answer

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Shannon L. Alder
Bestselling author and relationship life coach focused on narcissistic abuse recovery from a Christian perspective.
Jake O'Connell
Pastor and co-host focused on Christian guidance for healthy relationships and boundaries.

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Why Do I Miss the Narcissist Who Hurt Me? Heal With God's Help.
Q: What are some practical steps someone can take to speed up this process?
Alder recommends no contact, including blocking social media, and suggests trauma-informed therapy such as EMDR or cognitive behavioral therapy. Support groups, relevant books, and journaling can also help.
Why Do I Miss the Narcissist Who Hurt Me? Heal With God's Help.
Q: Can you explain why this happens from a psychological standpoint?
Alder says unpredictable affection and withdrawal create intermittent reinforcement and a trauma bond. Dopamine, cortisol, and attachment can make the cycle feel addictive, so someone may miss the partner even while knowing the relationship was harmful.
10 Signs You are Caught In a Trauma Bond With a Narcissist and How God Can Help
Q: What are some first steps for someone who is listening and trying to find their footing?
Alder recommends contacting therapists familiar with narcissistic abuse, quietly rebuilding a support network, journaling and documenting incidents, and learning to trust one's own perceptions and feelings.
10 Signs You are Caught In a Trauma Bond With a Narcissist and How God Can Help
Q: Can you break down what happens biologically and emotionally in the early stages of a narcissistic relationship?
Alder says love bombing floods the brain with dopamine and oxytocin, creating intense feelings of connection. Later, unpredictable affection can produce intermittent reinforcement that keeps the victim seeking the partner's positive attention.
5 Reasons Narcissists Treat Strangers Better Than Their Partners and God's Input on it!
Q: Why do narcissists treat strangers better than their own partners?
Strangers provide immediate admiration without demanding accountability, allowing the narcissist to perform charm without the hard work of love, which creates a pattern of public kindness masking private neglect.

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The show centers on Christian-informed guidance for navigating toxic and narcissistic relationship dynamics, with a focus on practical boundaries, healing from abuse, trauma recovery, and rebuilding identity in Christ. Episodes frequently combine psychological insights with faith-based framing, featuring interaction between a pastor and a relationship coach who share personal experiences, scriptural grounding, and actionable steps for survivors. Notable strengths include a steady emphasis on boundaries, discernment in forgiveness versus reconciliation, and a community-oriented approach that blends coaching, prayer, and practical exercises for immediate use (like two-minute breathing and memory truth lists). The format often includes expert ... more

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