A Date With Darkness Podcast

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Unmasking Abuse Understanding Domestic Violence and Control; Featuring Krista Verrastro, MA, RDT/BCT Mar 20, 2025

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Welcome to the third episode of the series "The Lost Episodes". In this episode, we dive into the nuances of identifying abuse and understanding the dynamics of domestic violence. Learn about Johnson's typology and the Power and Control Wheel, crucial tools for recognizing patterns of manipulation and control. Whether you're a survivor or supporting someone who is, this conversation is essential listening for fostering awareness and advocating for healthy relationships.

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Trauma and Attachment; featuring Dr. Diane Poole Heller Mar 13, 2025

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Welcome to the second episode of the series "The Lost Episodes". Join us for an enlightening episode featuring the wonderful Dr. Diane Poole Heller. With her warm and positive energy, Dr. Heller delves into trauma resolution and attachment theories, shedding light on how early family dynamics shape our attachment styles. Learn about the importance of secure attachment and how to foster healthier, more responsive relationships.

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Repeating cycles in relationships; Featuring Beverly Engel, LMFT Mar 09, 2025

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Beverly Engel, LMFT and I discuss her upcoming book "Put Your Past in the Past". We discuss why you repeat cycles and behaviors in your relationship, dissociation, triggers, themes around sexual abuse, and how to stop repeating patterns.

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The Absent Father Effect On Daughters, featuring Susan Schwartz, PhD Mar 06, 2025

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Welcome to the first episode of the series "The Lost Episodes". In this insightful episode, we explore the profound impact of absent fathers on daughters, touching on both conscious and unconscious effects. Susan Schwartz, PhD eloquently unpacks how absence manifests in various aspects of life.

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Narcissists and Funerals Feb 27, 2025

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In this solocast, I discuss ways that narcissists act out during funerals and times of grief. From hiding wills, attempting to take power of attorney, to keeping you out of the loop when a loved one passes, you should expect the unexpected. It's also not out of character for narcissists to make a scene at the funeral.

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Email questions or comments to Dr. Jones admin@drnataliejones.com

Sign up for the free ebook on Red Flags in Your Relationships and the free weekly newsletter for tips about narcissistic abuse at www.drnataliejones.com

Individual and group membership coaching sessions opening soon. Get on the mailing list to be the first to know here.

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Overlooked Signs of Dangerous Instability In a Narcissist Feb 14, 2025

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In this solocast, I discuss signs that indicate instability and dangerous instability in a narcissist that are often overlooked or minimized. From hoarding weapons, to having right winged religious beliefs. There are many signs that indicate a narcissist is mentally unraveling.

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Loneliness and Narcissism; Featuring Jonathan Mathias Lassiter, PhD, Part 2 Nov 22, 2024

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In this episode, Dr. Lassiter and I continue to explore loneliness in Black men and why it is a growing epidemic.

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Loneliness and Narcissism; Featuring Jonathan Mathias Lassiter, PhD Nov 15, 2024

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In this episode, Dr. Lassiter and I explore loneliness in Black men and why it is a growing epidemic.

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Email questions or comments to Dr. Jones admin@drnataliejones.com

Sign up for the free ebook on Red Flags in Your Relationships and the free weekly newsletter for tips about narcissistic abuse at www.drnataliejones.com

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Narcissists and Weddings Nov 08, 2024

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Let's talk about how narcissists show up at weddings. From complete chaos to not showing up at all, here's some of what to expect at weddings with narcissists.

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Email questions or comments to Dr. Jones admin@drnataliejones.com

Sign up for the free ebook on Red Flags in Your Relationships and the free weekly newsletter for tips about narcissistic abuse at www.drnataliejones.com

Individual and group membership coaching sessions opening soon. Get on the mailing list to be the first to know here.

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Reasons Why We Attract Narcissists Oct 10, 2024

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In this episode, I explore what attracts narcissists. Despite common belief, narcissists are attracted to everyone - not just empaths. Empaths are often groomed to normalize and accommodate narcissistic people. Therefore, it's not surprising that they often find themselves surrounded by more toxic people. Sign up for the Recovering From Men on the Down-Low Workshop for Women Sign up for the Letting Go of the Dishonest lifestyle Workshop for Men: Fill out form for suggesting future workshops by Dr. Natalie Jones

Watch the video podcast on Youtube: A Date With Darkness

Email questions or comments to Dr. Jones admin@drnataliejones.com

Sign up for the free ebook on Red Flags in Your Relationships and the free weekly newsletter for tips about narcissistic abuse at www.drnataliejones.com

Individual and group membership coaching sessions opening soon. Get on the mailing list to be the first to know here.

Visit the website for more information: https://www.adatewithdarkness.com

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