Ever wonder why narcissists feel impossible to leave—even when you know something's wrong?

This week, filmmakers Ali & Stefanie Schmahl reveal how their docu-fiction hybrid "I Love You My Narcissist" portrays what no other film has: the internal experience of being slowly trapped by someone you love.

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THE FILM

• I Love You My Narcissist (ILYMN)

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MORE ABOUT ALI & STEFANIE SCHMAHL

Ali Schmahl (Director) and Stefanie Schmahl (Producer/Actress) are Berlin-based independent filmmakers who created "I Love You My Narcissist"—a groundbreaking docu-fiction hybrid featuring expert interviews with Dr. Kerry McAvoy, Dr. Ramani Durvasula, Lisa Sonni, and others.

• Website: ilymn.film

• Social: @ilymn.film on TikTok and Instagram

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Resources

• ReclaimYou: Dr. Kerry's AI-powered coaching app
• The Complete Recovery Collection: Narcissistic abuse resources
• First Steps to Leaving: Online self-paced digital course
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Kerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D, a retired psychologist & author, is an expert on cultivating healthy relationships and deconstructing narcissism.

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"My abusive partner refuses to leave or get help—and I'm trapped in a 'silent divorce.' What are my actual options?"

This week's Fan Mail question comes from a YouTube listener navigating an impossible situation: a long marriage, adult children, religious pressure against divorce, and an abusive partner who wants to maintain the status quo without doing any of the work to change.

In this episode, Dr. Kerry untangles the confusion between church annulment and legal separation, explains why staying together without changing is still a form of abuse, and breaks down the critical difference between spiritual status and legal protection. She addresses why "no divorce" doesn't actually mean you're trapped, how to tell who really benefits from keeping things status quo, and the essential first steps to take when you're caught between religious beliefs and your own safety.

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If you'd like your question addressed on air, send it here: 👉 https://kerrymcavoyphd.fillout.com/fan-mail

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Dr Kerry’s Resources

• ReclaimYou: AI-powered coaching app built on Dr. Kerry’s experience.
• The Complete Recovery Collection: Educational resources for narcissistic abuse healing
• First Steps to Leaving: Online self-paced digital course
• The Toxic-Free Relationship Club: coaching & community support

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Kerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D, a retired psychologist & author, is an expert on cultivating healthy relationships and deconstructing narcissism.

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• ReclaimYou: Dr. Kerry's AI-powered coaching app
• The Complete Recovery Collection: Narcissistic abuse resources
• First Steps to Leaving: Online self-paced digital course
• Toxic-Free Relationship Club: Live coaching & community support

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Lost empathy for yourself? You've already lost the fight.

This week, Tammy Triolo reveals the shocking connection between self-empathy loss and narcissistic abuse.

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🔹 Tammy walks you through recognizing when thoughts are just thoughts—not truth—and how to stop surrendering to negative beliefs.

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TAMMY'S BOOKS

• The Empathy Gap: It Is Black and White

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MORE ABOUT TAMMY TRIOLO

Tammy Triolo is a cultural strategist, author, and creator of the Empathy Scorecard. As founder of PCQ Consulting, she works with companies to improve culture and develop sustainable DEI initiatives.

• Website: tammytriolo.com

• Social: @tammytriolo on TikTok and Instagram

• Podcast: The Empathy Lab (Substack)

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Resources

• ReclaimYou: Dr. Kerry's AI-powered coaching app
• The Complete Recovery Collection: Narcissistic abuse resources
• First Steps to Leaving: Online self-paced digital course
• Toxic-Free Relationship Club: Live coaching & community support

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Kerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D, a retired psychologist & author, is an expert on cultivating healthy relationships and deconstructing narcissism.

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This podcast/video is for educational purposes only. It does not constitute therapy, counseling, or professional mental health advice. If you are in crisis, please call 911 or your local emergency number.