“The only time you knew your worth as a child was when you were solving a tyrant’s problem.” Richard Grannon

Meet Richard Grannon, trauma specialist, author of A Cult of One, and the internet’s most brutally honest voice on narcissistic abuse and emotional recovery. In this episode of B!tch Is A Bad Word, Lindsay and Richard go deep on how narcissistic parents and partners shape our sense of self, why chaos can feel like love, and what it takes to finally break free from toxic patterns.

Because healing isn’t just about leaving, it’s about understanding why you stayed.

Inside this episode

• The psychological imprint of narcissistic parenting and how it shapes adult relationships
• Why we confuse love with control and trauma with connection
• Hyper-fixation, adrenaline addiction, and why “ADHD” might actually be trauma
• The cult of toxic relationships and why we worship people who hurt us
• Co-creation vs. victimhood and how to reclaim power without shame
• Healing strategies to rewire your nervous system and rediscover your true self

About Richard Grannon

https://www.youtube.com/@RICHARDGRANNON

https://www.richardgrannon.com/

Richard Grannon is a psychotherapist, speaker, and creator of The Spartan Life Coach. Known for blending philosophy, psychology, and practical tools for emotional recovery, his work has helped millions break free from narcissistic abuse and rebuild with clarity and self-respect.

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