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Duane Robert
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Break the Cycle with DSD
209. Letting go and update on civil case
A deep dive discussion on the struggles of letting go with an update and review of the redacted Order Sustaining Demurrer on my civil case. Show Notes In this episode DSD talks about the struggles and importances of learning to “let go”. We discuss how difficult it is to actually do, being forced to learn the “lesson”, recognizing when you’re being pulled back in, and notice when you are stuck in the rumination cycle. Duane then shares how things really start to change ONCE you accept the situation and allowing yourself to “move on”. He also shares...
2024-02-07
2h 02
Break the Cycle with DSD
185. Don't lose your sanity in a toxic divorce
A high conflict narcissistic divorce can make you start to question your sanity and in this show we discuss the realities of this and ways around it. Show Notes Duane discusses the hardships of going through a high conflict narcissistic divorce and ways to deal with it while focusing on maintaining your sanity. He then takes viewer questions about the topic with advice on how to deal with it. Support the Channel Donate through PayPal DSD Channel Memberships Participate in the show! During the show...
2023-09-25
1h 26
Break the Cycle with DSD
184. Narcissists won’t stop | parental alienation is always a risk
A narcissist will always be looking for wedge issues to exploit. Parental alienation is always a concern Show Notes In this show Duane talks about the reality of how high conflict narcissistic ex’s will always be looking for wedge issues to exploit and use for parental alienation. Even when you feel like your relationship is strong with your children you must keep your guard up. Kids, even older ones, are susceptible to narcissistic manipulation and parental alienation. You also need to understand that you have to choose your battles wisely - a toxic high co...
2023-09-14
57 min
Break the Cycle with DSD
183. Jame Brashear verdict for the John Mast killing!
A discussion about the voluntary manslaughter conviction of James Brashear in the killing of John Mast. Show Notes In this discussion Duane discusses the jury verdict for Jame Brashear in the killing of John Mast during a scheduled custody exchange in February 6th 2021 in Lewiston Idaho. The discussion covers the charge for murder 1, murder 2, and voluntary manslaughter. The trial started on Tuesday, August 22nd 20223 and completed on Friday, August 25th 2023. There were what appeared to be “missed opportunities” that prosecution didn’t not cover during the trial. Duane talks about his thoughts when the defendant and hi...
2023-08-28
1h 35
Break the Cycle with DSD
179. Can everything actually work out?
Can everything actually work out? ❋ Support the Channel Donate through PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=4XTY6LZGAFHUA) DSD Channel Memberships (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUXEHz3OECVwLz1X-SNM4lw/join) ☎ 1-424-373-5483 or 1-424-DSD-LIVE International Calling use this for free calling ❋ https://www.callinstudio.com/show/dsdlive Sign up for text notifications ☎ Text "DSDLIVE" to (844) 598-0012 Take a break from this - go camping! 🏕https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTJroZvhxsDDjLi_kf9gd6A ☎ For one on one coaching - https://www.dadsurvivingdivorce.com/coaching/ ❋ The M.E.A.N Workbook - https://gumro...
2023-05-27
1h 36
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178. Stop second guessing why you fought for your kids
Stop second guessing why you fought for your kids ☎ For one on one coaching - https://www.dadsurvivingdivorce.com/coaching/ ❋ Become a channel member! - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUXEHz3OECVwLz1X-SNM4lw/join 📱Text "DSDLIVE" to 1-844-598-0012 for text notifications 🏕Camping Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTJroZvhxsDDjLi_kf9gd6A ⚠️DISCLAIMER - Links used in this description are affiliate links and if used a small commission will help support this channel. Use of these links do not change the cost of the items purchased. ⚠️DISCLAIMER - I am not a therapist, licensed counselor, or attorney. My t...
2023-05-25
25 min
Break the Cycle with DSD
177. Coping with narcissistic in-laws and their influence on our ex and lives!
Coping with narcissistic in-laws and their influence on our ex and lives! ☎ For one on one coaching - https://www.dadsurvivingdivorce.com/coaching/ ❋ Become a channel member! - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUXEHz3OECVwLz1X-SNM4lw/join 📱Text "DSDLIVE" to 1-844-598-0012 for text notifications 🏕Camping Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTJroZvhxsDDjLi_kf9gd6A ⚠️DISCLAIMER - Links used in this description are affiliate links and if used a small commission will help support this channel. Use of these links do not change the cost of the items purchased. ⚠️DISCLAIMER - I am not a therapist, license...
2023-05-21
1h 11
Break the Cycle with DSD
176. Getting close to summer vacation and graduations
Getting close to summer vacation and graduations ☎ For one on one coaching - https://www.dadsurvivingdivorce.com/coaching/ ❋ Become a channel member! - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUXEHz3OECVwLz1X-SNM4lw/join 📱Text "DSDLIVE" to 1-844-598-0012 for text notifications 🏕Camping Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTJroZvhxsDDjLi_kf9gd6A ⚠️DISCLAIMER - Links used in this description are affiliate links and if used a small commission will help support this channel. Use of these links do not change the cost of the items purchased. ⚠️DISCLAIMER - I am not a therapist, licensed counselor, or attorney. My thoughts are my...
2023-05-14
1h 34
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174. Discussion in taking your life back and being done
Duane talks about almost being “done” with family court and how life is going to be afterward. Show Notes In this improtu episode Duane discusses being “almost done” with family court, custody, and child support. The decade long experience is coming to an end in a few months and everything is going to change. All of his kids will be adults living their own lives. Support the Channel Donate through PayPal DSD Channel Memberships Participate in the show! During the show you can call in live at 1 (424) 373-5483 1 (424) DSD-LIVE Web Interface - free dialing You can also leave a voicemail through...
2023-04-02
2h 20
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173. Getting to the other side of a toxic narcissistic divorce
Show Summary In this episode Duane discusses the difficulties of seeing a way through a high conflict divorce with a toxic narcissist person. Part of the problem Show Notes A discussion on how to get to the other side of a toxic relationship and finding a path to take your life back! In the early stages of this it can be almost impossible to see a pathway to getting to the other side of this. It often feels like there is no way through and that no one truly understands what you are...
2023-01-04
19 min
Break the Cycle with DSD
172. Being present in the moment and breaking the chaos
A discussion about how being present in the moment can be a catalyst to getting your life back Show Notes In this episode Duane discusses the topic of being present in the moment and how that can be a critical shift your perspective that gets your life back. This came up in a recent coaching session with a client. When you are stuck in the chaos you are not able to “enjoy the moment” or to be present. Although this may sound like a simple concept it can take decades for you to understand and real...
2022-12-25
20 min
Break the Cycle with DSD
171. What to do when they don’t pay their “half”
Toxic narcissistic abusive people will use the children’s medical bills to continue abuse Show Notes Duane receives a question about how I dealt with the continued finical abuse through medical billing. In this podcast Duane talks about the importances of understanding your emotions, what you can do, and how our perspective MUST change over time. Support the Channel Donate through PayPal DSD Channel Memberships Participate in the show! During the show you can call in live at 1 (424) 373-5483 1 (424) DSD-LIVE Web Interface - free di...
2022-12-11
31 min
Break the Cycle with DSD
170. Angie Atkinson Grief Stress and Healing
YouTuber and Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Coach Angie Atkinson passed away Sunday, November 27th Show Notes In this show Duane takes a moment to recognize the loss of Angie Atkinson and the impact she has had on the narcissistic abuse recovery community. Duane and Angie have previous guested on each other’s shows. Support the Channel Donate through PayPal DSD Channel Memberships Participate in the show! During the show you can call in live at 1 (424) 373-5483 1 (424) DSD-LIVE Web Interface - free dialing You can also le...
2022-12-05
26 min
Break the Cycle with DSD
169. Timeline for my recovery | response to listener question
Show Summary A response to a listener who wants to know the timelines of recovery from toxic narcissistic abuse/divorce Show Notes In this discussion Duane answers a listener question who asks how long the divorce process was, the length of anxiety, how long it took to turn things around with the kids, and the overall timelines before you start to get your life back. Support the Channel Donate through PayPal DSD Channel Memberships Participate in the show! During the show you can...
2022-11-28
29 min
Break the Cycle with DSD
168. How do you make it through a high conflict narcissistic divorce
A discussion about the steps Duane when through to go from the anger, bitterness, and despair of a high conflict narcissistic divorce to where he is now. Show Notes The hardest part of recovering from a high conflict narcissistic divorce is finding your way through. We start this process looking for answers and thinking something has to change before anything can get better. At the beginning of this journey we think and believe the change has to be accountability, justice, vindication. As we progress through this we realize the change comes from within us. In...
2022-10-27
55 min
Break the Cycle with DSD
167. The Dangers of breaking No Contact
A viewer shares their story of breaking “no contact” with their ex and how it stalled their healing! Show Notes A listener shares their story of breaking 3 months of No Contact to meet up with their ex. They thought they had healed and this would be a good idea but it was definitely not. Immediately after the meeting they felt as though they were back at day one. Duane talks about the dangers of breaking no contact and what it means when you have one of these setbacks. Duane then reads another comment where a pers...
2022-08-02
21 min
Break the Cycle with DSD
166. Battling Parental Alienation in Kazakhstan
A listener posts a story about how they are fighting through parental alienation in Kazakhstan Show Notes In this episode a listening from Kazakhstan posts their story of parental alienation in Kazakhstan. Duane go through the story and offers thoughts and ideas on how to go forward. The listener is original from Brazil and is also trying to get “approval” to take his daughter to see her grandparents for the first time, but mom is blocking him every step of the way. He is also dealing with the mother convincing the child to “decide” NOT to see d...
2022-07-31
26 min
Break the Cycle with DSD
165. Trusting again after narcissistic abuse
Learning to trust again after a toxic narcissistic divorce where you feel like you were conned and tricked! Show Notes In this episode DSD talks about the struggles of learning to trust yourself again after a high conflict narcissistic relationship. Often times people feel they can no longer trust themselves to see “red flags” with personal, professional, and romantic relationships. Duane deep dives into this issues with reasons why it happened and techniques to help yourself get your life and trust back! We quickly talk about the risks of going back to a toxic ex. Duan...
2022-07-25
1h 19
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164. Importance of transparency in family court
Reno Law Review files motion of intent to intervene in the Alex Falconi, Our Nevada Judges, American Civil Liberties Union case for transparency and 1st amendment rights in Family Court Show Notes We update the listeners on the news of Reno Law Review filing a motion to intervene in the ACLU and Our Nevada Judges case against the Nevada Court System. Duane discusses how important it is when we are presenting and telling people about our situations. We then discuss the unfortunate news of Spiritual Empowered Coaching being demonetized by YouTube and her plan to...
2022-07-18
59 min
Break the Cycle with DSD
163. Remaining Calm is Super Important with a Narcissist
Toxic narcissistic people have a unique ability to push your buttons and get you emotionally dysregulated. It is incredibly important to recognize when this is happening and take steps to keep yourself calm. Show Notes In this show we discuss how a toxic narcissistic ex is able to target their “button pushes” to trigger raw emotions and emotional dyregulation. Duane discusses the importance of recognizing this and then taking steps to calm yourself down. We then address a concern, example, where the other parent is doing things that we do not agree with. Duane then disc...
2022-07-16
1h 03
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162. Pushing buttons for control and Parental Alienation
In this show we discuss how a toxic narcissistic ex will use the information they know about you to push your buttons Show Notes Duane discusses how a toxic narcissistic ex will use they information they’ve learned about you to target how to push your buttons and get a reaction from you. It is important to understand what they are doing, why they are doing it, and how to effectively respond and react to it. We then take a caller who is struggling with the fact the ex has married his ex-best-friend and exposed th...
2022-07-14
1h 00
Break the Cycle with DSD
Taking your power back
Taking your power back is a difficult process and in this podcast Duane and callers discuss this process
2022-07-12
00 min
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Successes in family court
During this podcast Duane takes numerous phones calls with a couple of them highlighting their successes in family court in both the United States and the United Kingdom.
2022-03-06
2h 04
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Rebuilding Relationships with Adult Children
John Steinbeck from Brainwashing Children joins Duane to discuss ways to rebuild and repair your relationships with your adult children.
2021-09-28
53 min
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I want to violate a court order and see my kids
Duane tackles a question from a Facebook comment where a father has not seen his child in over 18 months and is considering showing up at church to see him.
2021-09-24
1h 35
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Do not fall into the anger trap
Duane hosts an impromptu livestream discussion that talks about how anger can be a trap and left unchecked can result in mistakes that are difficult to recovery from.
2021-04-29
1h 14
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Getting through the financial nightmare from a toxic ex
It’s all about money! Duane talks about the unique problems you face when going through a high conflict divorce and ways to take control of your finances.
2021-01-04
1h 03
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Growing after the pain of a toxic narcissistic relationship
Duane finishes the year with a discussion on how these difficult experiences can *force* you into reevaluating your life decisions. Although these times are extremely difficult, and potentially dangerous you can get your life back and truly grow from all of this.
2020-12-31
1h 02
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Rebooting your life after narcissistic abuse
It’s all about rebooting your life! In this episode, which started by having to reboot the system to get the show working, Duane talks about how we all have to reboot and start over.
2020-12-30
1h 00
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Learning how to document your case to win ft. Christine Gille
Christine Gille from Gille Kaye Law Group joins Duane to discuss the best interest factors, how to document your case, and what are the reasons to file for modifications
2020-12-29
1h 00
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Picking your path forward | choose your battles wisely
Picking your battles is important and with today’s callers this is very much the case. Duane talks with two people, one at the beginning of the divorce process trying to make sense of their ex’s lies and the other looking to figure out the court process and potentially appeal the recent court decision.
2020-12-22
1h 00
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Residual trauma and taking your life back
In this show Duane starts with discussing the unfortunate reality that it takes time to move past trauma once the circumstances change.
2020-12-14
1h 04
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Struggling with accepting who they truly are
Duane discusses the difficulties of accepting the reality of our situation and the betrayal that you go through. It can be very difficult to realize the relationship was based on a lie.
2020-12-10
1h 00
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Your perspective will change after this experience | and it isn’t all bad
Duane discusses how this experience has changed the way he looks at things, how his perspective has changes, and what he how your priorities change after a toxic divorce
2020-12-04
1h 03
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Do not become a martyr to the family court machine
Duane discusses the problems of surrounding yourself with people who are defeated.
2020-12-02
1h 00
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Why it’s so difficult to stop thinking about a toxic ex
Duane discusses the difficult path of breaking from a toxic ex and to stop constantly thinking about them.
2020-12-01
1h 00
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It is difficult to see the bigger picture during narcissistic abuse
Duane discusses the struggles of seeing the bigger picture when trying to deal with narcissistic abuse.
2020-11-24
1h 00
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Words and Behaviors Manipulative People use when you break up ft. Paul Colaianni
Paul Colaianni the host of The Overwhelmed Brain and Love & Abuse Podcasts joins Duane to discuss the words and behaviors manipulative people use when you want to break up with them. Paul is the author of the book, “The Overwhelmed Brain Personal Growth for Critical Thinkers” and developed The M.E.A.N Workbook an assessment & healing guide for difficult relationships.
2020-11-18
1h 05
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Finding the perspective of peace after a toxic relationship
Duane shares a story of something that happened yesterday and how he views perspective and luck!
2020-11-17
1h 00
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Take back your life and stop making destructive decisions
In this episode Duane discussions his struggles with making destructive decisions and ways you can help yourself to ultimately take care of yourself.
2020-11-16
59 min
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Going back for more pain with a toxic ex
In this episode Duane discusses the struggle people have letting go of their ex and their willingness to go back for more pain.
2020-11-12
59 min
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Trusting your gut when dealing with a narcissist
In this show Duane discusses the importance of trusting your intuition when dealing with ANYONE.
2020-11-10
59 min
Break the Cycle with DSD
Overcoming a bad agreement with a narcissist in court | make sure you understand and read your agreement first
In today’s episode Duane takes a serious caller who has signed a bad stipulated agreement that limits his time and places extra stipulations on his behaviors as compared to the ex.
2020-11-09
1h 00
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Finding solutions instead of problems | remaining calm is always the best course of action
Duane discusses an example of how remaining calm and looking for solutions can hep any situation.
2020-11-06
1h 00
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It really doesn’t matter what anyone else thinks | your foundation for recovery
In this show Duane discusses how it ultimately does not matter what anyone else thinks but yourself.
2020-11-04
1h 00
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Getting provoked by the narcissistic ex
In this episode Duane discusses an example of how the ex has tired to provoke him into a negative reaction. You have to remember these people will continue the same tired tactics over and over again.
2020-11-03
59 min
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Why does everyone believe a narcissist
In this episode Duane discusses the various ways a narcissistic person is able to convince people to believe their stories and how sometimes they ultimately lose in court
2020-11-02
1h 00
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Use their narcissistic patterns to your advantage
In this episode Duane discusses way you can use your knowledge of narcissistic behavioral patterns to your advantage. Two callers share their stories on how they were able to “win” in court.
2020-10-30
59 min
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Most of the time all this bad is leading to something good
In this episode Duane discusses how oftentimes the pain and trauma that we endure through this situations are leading us, or guiding us, to a better situation.
2020-10-27
1h 00
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The successes of NOT taking the bait
In this episode Duane discusses the difficulties of realizing they are not who we thought and that we now are the latest in a long time of “abusers”. We also discuss some success stories of exposing the true nature of a toxic ex.
2020-10-26
59 min
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Does this narcissistic nightmare stop?
In this episode Duane discusses the recurring fear that the alienation will not be broken and everyone will believe the narcissist’s lies
2020-10-22
1h 00
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Figuring out your life after narcissistic abuse
Figuring our your life after narcissistic abuse is tough and in this episode Duane goes down the rabbit hole and talks about ways to get out
2020-10-20
1h 00
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Managing your stress and anxiety before trial | do not let the narcissist break you
Duane discusses the struggles of preparing for trail and the stress and anxiety that comes with it!
2020-10-15
1h 00
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Ex playing games with medical | when should you settle
In this episode Duane discusses games with medical billing and expenses, deciding if a settlement is “good”, and young adult callers recognizing toxic relationships and seeking support.
2020-10-14
1h 00
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Deciding the right course of action (coa) against a narcissistic ex
In this show Duane tackles the recurring question, what is the best course of action in court against a narcissistic, high conflict, toxic ex who ENJOYS the “fight”.
2020-10-13
1h 00
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Breaking the toxic patterns of our lives
Duane discusses the struggles of creating new patterns and breaking the old ones
2020-10-09
1h 00
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Winning a Toxic Narcissistic Divorce | Attorney Marco Brown
Marco Brown, a Divorce Attorney based in Salt Lake City Utah joined Duane to discuss high conflict divorce and strategies to deal with them.
2020-10-08
1h 00
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Figuring the narcissist out | it’s a trap
In this episode Duane discusses the trap of trying to figure the narcissist out and how that can slow down our healing and growth.
2020-10-07
58 min
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Blame shifting with Amber Heard
Duane is joined again by Leslee Powers from Spiritually Empowered Coaching to discuss blame shifting and examples of how Amber Heard uses these techniques
2020-10-06
1h 00
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Recovering when the narcissist has the upper hand
In this start of the week show Duane tackles some hard issues where a listener’s disability was used against them to lose custody
2020-10-05
1h 00
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Be strategic in your communication | anticipate retaliation
Duane discusses the importance of being strategic in your communication and anticipating a toxic ex’s retaliation
2020-10-02
59 min
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People don’t see what you do | how a narcissist can use your perception against you
In today’s show Duane discusses the dynamic of why people do not understand our perspective. He also addresses how a narcissistic ex can use that against us with other people.
2020-10-01
58 min
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Keeping the door open | how to not make things worse
Duane discusses with a caller some ways to try to repair the relationship with his 18 year old son.
2020-09-30
1h 00
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Adapt when things don’t go as planned | rolling with it when the narcissist creates chaos
Learning to adapt is a critical skill when dealing with a narcissist. In the this episode Duane discusses his experience and struggles with having to adapt, in real time - with constant change and chaos
2020-09-25
59 min
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Be selective who you share your story with | most people do not understand
Duane starts the show addressing a comment from a listener about talking with people who do not understand.
2020-09-24
59 min
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Dealing with narcissistic games is draining | how to maintain your perseverance and sanity
In today’s show Duane talks about the inherent strength we all have and how you’re so much stronger than you think!
2020-09-23
1h 00
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Amber Heard & Johnny Depp | The making of a toxic narcissist
Duane is joined by Leslee Powers from Spiritually Empowered Coaching to discuss the Amber Heard Johnny Depp case. Leslee has a series where she has been covering the details of the court transcripts.
2020-09-22
1h 00
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Crazy making behavior | they want you to react to them
In today’s show Duane talks about various examples of crazy making behavior and how they are constantly working to get you to respond and react.
2020-09-21
59 min
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It feels like forever after a toxic narcissistic divorce
In this show Duane talks about how it feels like it will take forever to recovery from a high conflict narcissistic divorce.
2020-09-18
59 min
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Forcing a narcissist to be a good parenting | exercise in frustration
Duane talks about the struggle of trying to force your ex to be a good caring parent.
2020-09-17
1h 00
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Deciding what is worth fighting far | when you have to confront the narcissist
Duane discusses the differences between the battles and the war and how to decide when you have to fight the narcissistic ex.
2020-09-15
1h 00
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Family Court machine fighting against you
In this show Duane takes callers who are fighting the family court machine to have time with their children
2020-09-11
1h 00
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Estranged parent/child relationships ft. Kris Godinez
Duane is joined today with Kris Godinez to talk about the effects of estranged parents.
2020-09-10
1h 00
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Beware of the “nice” and struggling with co-parenting counseling
In today’s show Duane takes two callers one who is struggling dealing with the “nice” from their ex after his victory in court and then a caller who is court ordered to do co-parenting counseling and needs a strategy going forward.
2020-09-09
1h 00
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Struggling with anxiety and fining support
On today’s Labor Day show we start out with a call struggling with their ex ignoring and rejecting their child. Duane then rants about why these people just can’t even pretend to actually love their children. A listener then asks how Duane was able to prevent his ex from leaving the state with the kids. This rolls into a discussion on how family court is slow. Duane reminds everyone about the Thursday collaboration with Kris Godinez and another mystery guest that he is working on bringing on the show. We then have a question about will a custody eval...
2020-09-07
1h 00
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Creative ways to bond with your kids
Today’s Friday show starts with tips to bond with your children when you have limited to no funds. The key is giving them your time and attention and it can be a critical step in defending against parental alienation. Duane talks about one technique where he would spend 15 minutes dedicated to whatever the child wanted to do. He then goes on to describe the “creative day” they would do all together. We then discuss the troubles of comparing yourself to what your ex is doing. A listener asks for recommends on books that helped Duane. Although the answers are simple...
2020-09-04
59 min
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Disneyland Dad is it a bad thing?
On today’s episode Duane starts off talking about the concept of “Disneyland Dad” and how no matter what you do a toxic ex is going to shame and ridicule everything you go. We then dive into the issue of how to deal with teachers when you have a toxic ex. Duane then discusses how important it is to “learn” the rules of the family court game. He then talks about being able to see the end of this in 3 years. A viewer then is struggling with comparing their situation to their ex who has family and support while they have nothi...
2020-09-03
1h 00
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Ex putting on “great parent” show
Duane starts today’s show talking about how a narcissistic parent can put on a show and have people think they are a great and attentive parent. We then tackle a question for a listener who is struggling with trust issues. Duane then takes a question of do the children ultimately realize something is wrong with the other parent. We then talk about how a narcissist will try to destroy you and you have to work against their efforts. A listener then comments about how a narcissist can not love even their child unconditionally. Duane then takes a caller from th...
2020-09-02
1h 00
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The Struggles of Family Court
In today’s show Duane tackles the topic of family court issues. The show starts with a viewer asking what to expect in family court. Duane then shares a viewers story of perseverance and ultimate success through the system. He then discusses how a narcissistic toxic ex will try to bankrupt you financially and emotionally to get what they ant. We then have a return caller talking about their experience through the family court. We then have a caller who discusses the tactics they used to get more time with their child. Duane ends with a caller who is questioning if...
2020-09-01
1h 00
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Double Binds and how to deal with them
Narcissists are experts at creating and exploiting double binds. In today’s episode we start by talking about a viewer who is worried their spouse has compromised their phone, computer, and emails. Duane then mentions a schedule collaboration with Kris Godinez on her channel. A listener shares that their ex broke into their emails and downloaded steps 1 and 2 from their Alcoholic Anonymous notes sent to their sponsor. We then discuss what to say to your children about what is going on. Duane then takes a caller from Ireland who although never married has kids with his ex and is struggling wi...
2020-08-31
1h 00
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How to find a good therapist ft. Kris Godinez
In this show Duane is joined by Kris Godinez from We Need to Talk with Kris Godinez show. Kris is a licensed professional counselor in Arizona and has a thriving practice there. Duane and Kris talk about the importance of therapy and some of the key things to look for when interviewing a therapist. They dive into the importance of rapport and the markings of a good trauma therapist. Kris then discusses how there are narcissists in the profession and how important it is to trust your gut. They then talk about how in the education system they tend to...
2020-08-28
1h 00
Break the Cycle with DSD
Making the best decisions possible
In today’s show we tackle a lot of the issues that complicate making “good” decisions. We oftentimes get stuck trying to prove to ourselves what we are really dealing with. The discussion starts off with a question of, “what is the red pill”. Duane dives into the origins from the movie “The Matrix” and then how it pertains to our situation. We then cover a question where one listener’s son is saying he “wants a new mommy”. Duane then talks about how he was programmed to think his own father was a “bad guy”. Duane then brings Debby in as a guest for a bit...
2020-08-27
56 min
Break the Cycle with DSD
Bringing only good into your life
In today’s show Duane starts off discussing how important it is to focus on things that help improve your life and get you to where you are wanting to go. We then have a question about the struggles to accept that the relationship was a lie. A listener talks about their 8 year journey to find healing and growth. Duane then talks about an example his oldest son is going through where is mom is poking at him about his hair. This leads to a discuss on how much you can and should share with adult children. There is a di...
2020-08-25
1h 00
Break the Cycle with DSD
Finding who you are - you get to be you
In this show Duane discusses finding who you are and healing plus growing through these experiences. He then discusses his involvement with Veronika Archer and her “You Get to be YOU” Podcast Series that has over 32 experts in their respective areas. We then discuss how these experiences give you the opportunity to change the direction of your life. Duane then discusses how he used therapy with YouTube (Richard Grannon) to work through the emotional pain and trauma he was going through. A listen er asks, “Do we create our own mess” and Duane discusses his thoughts on lessons and how these ex...
2020-08-24
1h 00
Break the Cycle with DSD
Don’t get stuck and let them win
This was a rough show, the callers at the end has some bad and good news. The show starts with a comment from yesterday asking does the ex remarry to “hurt us”. Duane then discusses how we can get stuck ruminating the about the ex. Then we discuss ways to work around the ex when they are holding/hiding information. A caller shares how they have gotten their life back, became a nurse and overcome narcissistic abuse and the suicide of their child. Finally we have a caller who is struggling with the guilt of feeling happy when they can’t see...
2020-08-21
1h 00
Break the Cycle with DSD
Focusing on your own path
In today’s show Duane starts by talking about personal accountability and focusing on your own path. Too often people start to focus on the “problems” of others instead of doing the work on themselves. He then discusses a comment where a listener is concerned if it is okay to ignore a the person they broke up with. We then have a caller who is celebrating 27 days free from the narcissist and is in their own place. Duane then discusses the phases of divorce and how learning can be VERY helpful in minimizing mistakes. A listener is having an issue dealin...
2020-08-20
59 min
Break the Cycle with DSD
Feeling Lost and finding people who understand
Feeling lost and confused is extremely common when recovering from narcissistic abuse. It is incredibly difficult to fine people who understand. This show starts when a discussion of feeling lost. We then have a caller who runs the site Pissed Off Parents and talks about how important it is to get educated on the process to help protect yourself. The next topic is why filing first is an advantage and Duane deep dives into the realities of this scenario and what it really means. We then have a caller who was a victim of the “silver bullet” and how it has...
2020-08-19
59 min
Break the Cycle with DSD
Feeling numb and broken
It is normal to feel numb and broken after prolonged narcissistic abuse by an ex and the family court system. This is the starting point of day’s show. Duane discusses a comment where a listener feels like they have been going to therapy forever. Another questions “what is normal” anyway? We then going through the stress and anxiety of seeking help and confronting our own demons. A call asked do assigned therapists or GALS help or do they get it wrong. Another caller asked what does the narcissist want and why do they make simple mistakes that undermine their own ca...
2020-08-18
59 min
Break the Cycle with DSD
Playing the narcissist’s game | stop beating your head against the wall
We start the week talking about how playing the narcissist’s game is a losing battle. You will end up beating your head against the wall trying to get a better outcome and how it holds you back. Duane briefly talks about how Caleb Leverett is doing after his cryptic video posted over the weekend. Move on to discussing how to develop and implement new routines. Speaking of moving on, we look at the difficult of being able to “move on”. Duane discusses a bit of his experience with fighting back over medical billing and collection issues. We briefly discuss MGTOW...
2020-08-17
1h 00
Break the Cycle with DSD
How life gets better after this
We finish the third week of the new show! The discussion was how life gets better after going through this. It can seem impossible to believe that you can have a life after this but you can and it can be better than you ever imagined. We have a return caller who shares their court victory and celebrates their success. Then a viewer has a question on how their ex can start the divorce but won’t leave him alone. Duane talks about how these experiences provide you an opportunity to reflect on your life and grow from the experiences. A...
2020-08-14
59 min
Break the Cycle with DSD
Why the narcissist won’t leave you along
In this show we discuss some examples of how a narcissistic ex won’t leave you alone. How they will come back and try to re-insert themselves back into your mind. This start will a comment about how after four years an engaged ex shows up at the workplace to give back papers and photos. Next we have a caller who’s uninvolved ex decides to use the court system to try and pushing the mother of their child. There is a discussion about how much pain is involved in recovery and how hard it is to fight the funk of d...
2020-08-11
1h 00
Break the Cycle with DSD
Changes that are happening with Eric Carroll
We are joined today by Eric Carroll from Dad Talk Today talking about some exciting new opportunities for the Dad Talk Today show. Duane and Eric also talk about some of the key issues that people are dealing with over the holiday season.
2019-12-17
1h 22
Break the Cycle with DSD
When you feel like giving up - Has the narcissist defeated you
Duane discusses the difficult topic of when you feel like you’ve lost everything. This podcast was inspired by an email from a view who is going through a very difficult time. They have lost in family court, their evidence and arguments were not even heard, and they are trying to figure out their next course of action.
2019-07-22
32 min
Break the Cycle with DSD
Mark Ludwig - Americans for Equal Shared Parenting
Mark Ludwig from the Americans for Equal Shared Parenting sits down with Duane to talk about his organizations efforts to bring the presumption of shared parenting to all 50 states and effect changes to Title V. Mark has spent the last year meeting with state and federal legislatures as well as the executive branch to bring awareness to this problem.
2019-03-11
55 min
Break the Cycle with DSD
The Path Through The Darkness
This episode discussions Duane’s path through the darkness and his journey of healing and recovery. He also discusses the 4 pillars of support that he personally utilized to help him through this.
2019-02-25
45 min
Break the Cycle with DSD
Dealing With Triggers From Your Ex
This episode discusses some excite news for the YouTube Channel and PodCast. This is followed up with the topic of dealing with triggers from your ex. This can be very complicated and Duane shares some ideas he used to help himself through his own personal troubling times.
2019-02-11
28 min
Break the Cycle with DSD
My Story With Depression
In this episode Duane discusses his own personal struggle with depression. His story starts with a difficult family life which prepared him for his toxic marriage to his ex wife. Throughout his life he always thought he would struggle with depression and anxiety. It wasn’t until he really started working on healing himself that things started to change.
2018-11-05
24 min
Break the Cycle with DSD
Kids Used as Pawns
Toxic narcissistic ex spouses tend use use children as pawns and put them in the middle of everything. This creates a double bind / no win scenario that makes our lives very complicated and difficult. In this podcast Duane talks about his personal experience with this and a story shared by one of the DSD Discord users. His hope is this podcast will give you some new ways to look at the situation and ways to make the best decisions for your specific situation.
2018-10-29
37 min
Break the Cycle with DSD
Battling Catastrophic Thinking
Catastrophic Thinking can be a huge battle when you are healing from toxic emotional narcissistic abuse. This battle can be much more difficult when you are struggling with external forces such as heath, finances, legal issues and many other stressors. In this podcast Duane discusses some techniques he has used to help him battle catastrophic thinking.
2018-10-15
32 min
Break the Cycle with DSD
Learning to let go - Special Guest Leslee Powers
In this episode Duane and Leslee Powers return together to talk about the struggles of letting go and beginning the process of moving on. This is a very complicated topic that many have difficulties with. Duane asks Leslee the way she helps her own clients go through this process. Later in the episode Duane and Leslee talk about manifestation and what it all means.
2018-09-04
23 min