Content note: This episode includes discussion of emotional abuse and coercive control, which may be difficult for some listeners. Please take care as you listen.

After 29 years in a marriage marked by covert narcissism, control, and emotional abuse, Mia made the decision to leave and start over. She shares what life was really like behind closed doors, why leaving felt so complicated, and what it took to reclaim her agency, confidence, and sense of capability on the other side.

I am a survivor of narcissistic abuse. I was married to a covert narcissist for 29 years and in 2024 I published an award winning memoir titled Bride-Made. I am passionate about raising awareness of narcissism and helping other victims find their voices. www.miajhanks.com TikTok- @npdandme IG- @npd.andme

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