Surviving the Toxic Twenties

He called himself a good Christian guy. Leecy called it what it was — eventually.

In this episode, Leecy opens up about the relationship that consumed most of her twenties — the gaslighting, the emotional manipulation, the drinking, the physical assault by his friend, and the relentless weight of being made to feel responsible for all of it. She was working full-time, running the household, and slowly losing herself to someone who had convinced her the problem was her.

It wasn't her.

Leecy got out, did the work, and came back with something to say to every young woman currently making excuses for someone who doesn't deserve them. This one is for you.

Narcissists, Gaslighters, & Cheaters, Oh My! — real folks, real stories, survival & healing.

Behk and LAH are not doctors or therapists. Nothing shared on this podcast should be taken as medical or professional advice.

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of emotional and physical abuse, narcissistic abuse, and any topics that may disturb some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence of any kind, you are not alone. Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788 for free, confidential support — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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