BEST FOR ME (VALIDATING NARCISSIST ABUSE SURVIVORS AND DAUGHTERS W/NARCISSIST MOTHERS)
If you've dealt with a narcissist, you know they don't allow you to be yourself. Narcissists want you to be an extension of who they are, without having an identity of your own. If you are a daughter or son with a narcissist mother, you understand how controlling a narcissist mother is and how they despise you for having a life of your own. This podcast celebrates individuality and living in your truth so you can do what is best for you. Anyone who is looking for validation when making decisions that go against what others feel you should do...
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month and Narcissists Abuse Their Children.
Best For Me is a podcast building awareness and helping others to overcome narcissist abuse. Shayla A. Moore is the author of the ebook You're Not My Mother, You're a Narcissist and the solo podcaster for Best For Me.
EVERYONE is welcome at Best For Me and especially anyone that has experienced narcissist abuse, emotional abuse, being gaslit (gaslight), has a narcissist mother, who is in a dysfunctional family, or any narcissistic relationship.
April is Child Abuse Prevention month and in this episode Shayla gets personal about the abuse she experienced by the hands of...
BEST FOR ME LISTENERS GETTING THE BEST DEALS
Best For Me is a podcast building awareness and helping others to overcome narcissist abuse. Shayla A. Moore is the author of the ebook You're Not My Mother, You're a Narcissist and the solo podcaster for Best For Me.
EVERYONE is welcome at Best For Me and especially anyone that has experienced narcissist abuse, emotional abuse, being gaslit (gaslight), has a narcissist mother, who is in a dysfunctional family, or any narcissistic relationship.
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Men Who Date Narcissist Women (Shayla's Analysis of James pt.3)
Best For Me is a podcast building awareness and helping others to overcome narcissist abuse. Shayla A. Moore is the author of the ebook You're Not My Mother, You're a Narcissist and the solo podcaster for Best For Me.
This is the final episode of the series Men Who Date Narcissist Women where Shayla analyzes James' narcissist relationship and the toxicity it brought to his life.
EVERYONE is welcome at Best For Me and especially anyone that has experienced narcissist abuse, emotional abuse, being gaslit (gaslight), has a narcissist mother, who is in a dysfunctional...
Men Who Date Narcissist Women (Interview w/James pt. 2)
Best For Me is a podcast building awareness and helping others to overcome narcissist abuse. Shayla A. Moore is the author of the ebook You're Not My Mother, You're a Narcissist and the solo podcaster for Best For Me.
In this episode, Shayla resumes her conversation with James who was in a narcissist relationship that didn't go well. Shayla will wrap up the conversation with James and wants you to come back for the last episode in the series, Men Who Date Narcissist Women, to hear Shayla's comments on her interview with James.
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Red Flags Are Warnings; Take Heed
Best For Me is a podcast building awareness and helping others to overcome narcissist abuse. Shayla A. Moore is the author of the ebook You're Not My Mother, You're a Narcissist and the solo podcaster for Best For Me.
In this episode Shayla talks about red flags as a reminder to some and an awakening to others. Our mental awareness will usually spot a red flag but we often ignore the red flags to avoid letting go of what we think we're getting in a person, when in reality the red flags are there to warn us...
Men Who Date Narcissist Women (Interview w/James pt. 1)
Shayla interviews "James" about his 2 year narcissist relationship and how the police were called to get the narcissist woman out of his house. This episode is in multiple parts to limit the time for each episode. Make sure you come back to listen for the continuation and to see what new deals Shayla will be offering her male listeners and anyone who may be interested in getting a discount on well-known products.
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<...Five Steps to Begin Healing from Narcissist Abuse
In this episode, Shayla moves the conversation from talking about the narcissist to talking about you. How you can overcome narcissist abuse. She gives five steps to get you started on your healing journey and recommends a therapist who has a channel on YouTube for support. As the weather changes and we see the changes in nature, this is a good time to improve your situation. HAVE YOUR BEST DAY BEING YOU.
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Men Who Date Narcissist Women
In this episode, Shayla reveals a personal situation involving her step-father and narcissist mother. Men are also abused in narcissist relationships. Narcissism knows no gender. Shayla is looking to reach out to men who may be going through an abusive narcissist relationship. Listen to the end to hear the deal that is being offered.
EVERYONE is welcome at Best For Me and especially anyone that has experienced narcissist abuse, emotional abuse, being gaslit (gaslight), has a narcissist mother, who is in a dysfunctional family, or any narcissistic relationship.
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Stages of the Narcissist Relationship
In this episode, Shayla breaks down the cycle of narcissist abuse explaining what occurs during each stage of the narcissist relationship. If you think you are in a narcissist relationship, listen to this episode and see if you can determine what stage in the relationship you are in. If you truly are in a narcissist relationship and seek a healthy loving relationship, you may have to leave the narcissist. If you don't, you will be caught in a repetitive cycle, unhappy, and under the narcissist's control.
EVERYONE is welcome at Best For Me and especially anyone that...
Learning to Love Yourself
We hear we need self- love, self-care, but what does that look like? How do you do it? Shayla provides examples of how you can show yourself love and have that love come back to you greater than ever before.
EVERYONE is welcome at Best For Me and especially anyone that has experienced narcissist abuse, emotional abuse, being gaslit (gaslight), has a narcissist mother, who is in a dysfunctional family, or any narcissistic relationship.
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Did I Break No Contact w/Narcissist During The Ice Storm?
The difficulty in maintaining no contact with the narcissist depends on who the person is that you are going no contact with and also how long the narcissistic relationship has existed. No matter what the difficulty, it is imperative that you set boundaries with the narcissist and the best boundary for a narcissist is no contact..
EVERYONE is welcome at Best For Me and especially anyone that has experienced narcissist abuse, emotional abuse, being gaslit (gaslight), has a narcissist mother, who is in a dysfunctional family. or any narcissistic relationship.
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Don't Let the Narcissist Steal Your Identity
This episode talks about the worst thing that can happen to you when you are involved in a narcissist relationship. The narcissist will steal your identity by having you doubt yourself and lose your self-worth. Narcissists will turn others against you having you feel that you are the problem or that something is wrong with you. Find out what the narcissist does that causes you to lose yourself and the sabotaging effects of being in a narcissist relationship. Thanks for listening. Please like and subscribe to receive continuous and consistent content.
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How To, When To, Why To, and How Long To Go No Contact w/the Narcissist
In this episode, Shayla recaps No Contact from previous episodes and breaks it down even further with the what, when, how, and why to go no contact. Shayla describes going no contact as the ultimate boundary when dealing with a narcissist, but agrees going no contact is not for everyone. You must be strong to maintain no contact but when you decide to go you will feel you should have done so a lot sooner.
EVERYONE is welcome at Best For Me and especially anyone that has experienced narcissist abuse, emotional abuse, being gaslit (gaslight), has a...
Two Things Narcissist Experts Warn Not To Do When Going No Contact with/a Narcissist
In this episode, Shayla continues to discuss going no contact with a narcissist family member and the impact going no contact has on the family. Shayla also shares what experts say you cannot do when going no contact with a narcissist under any circumstance.
EVERYONE is welcome at Best For Me and especially anyone that has experienced narcissist abuse, emotional abuse, being gaslit (gaslight), has a narcissist mother, who is in a dysfunctional family. or any narcissistic relationship.
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Going No Contact is For You and Not to Punish the Narcissist
Going no contact is necessary but is not for everyone. Shayla identifies the situations when no contact may not be an option for you. Shayla also talks about her experience going no contact with her narcissist mother and her golden child brother.
EVERYONE is welcome and especially anyone that has experienced narcissist abuse, emotional abuse, being gaslit (gaslight), has a narcissist mother, who is in a dysfunctional family. or any narcissistic relationship.
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Self-Love, Self Care, is Not Selfish; BTW, Do You Think Victoria Beckham is a Narcissist Mother?
In this episode Shayla weighs in on the Brooklyn Beckham news that is trending. She will answer the question, "is Victoria Beckham a narcissist mother" before she begins discussing the topic of self-love and self-care. Stop people pleasing. Love yourself more than you would love anyone else. You deserve love and it is not cliche', you really do have to love yourself before you can love someone else. When you love yourself, you are also protecting yourself, valuing yourself, and not letting anyone hurt you. You will be more fulfilled from loving yourself, and no one else can take...
Don't Let the Narcissist Steal Your Identity
This episode talks about the worst thing that can happen to you when you are involved in a narcissist relationship. The narcissist will steal your identity by having you doubt yourself and lose your self-worth. Narcissists will turn others against you having you feel that you are the problem or that something is wrong with you. Find out what the narcissist does that causes you to lose yourself and the sabotaging effects of being in a narcissist relationship. Thanks for listening. Please like and subscribe to receive continuous and consistent content.
EVERYONE is welcome and...
Being Indoors is the Perfect Time for Introspection (let's heal from narcissist abuse together)
This episode helps you start your journey to heal from narcissist abuse. This is a new year and the perfect time to make this a new you. To begin healing we want to accept our reality. We want to live in our truth and break cycles. You will not be able to heal from the abuse without accepting your reality. After acceptance, you live in your truth, you set your boundaries, continue to educate yourself on narcissist personality disorder throughout your healing journey. Journal your thoughts and your feelings and do mindful meditations.
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<...Resolutions Don't Work. Here are 10 Relationship Boundaries That Do
In this episode you will hear how to get your power back when dealing with the narcissist for 2026. Find out 10 of the most common boundaries to set with narcissists or anyone that disrespects your boundaries. You'll be in control of the relationship instead of being the one that is controlled. When you know yourself, what is important to you, and believe that you matter, you can gain strength to assert who you are and overcome the narcissist.
Narcissist Cycle of Abuse- Why Going No Contact is the Only Option When Dealing w/Narcissists
In this episode we add to the narcissist profile discussed in previous episodes: narcissist traits, manipulation tactics, who the narcissist targets, and why they hurt the people they should love, Now let's look at the narcissist's cycle of abuse. Love Bomb, Devalue, Discard, and Hoover.
Listen to see how the narcissist operates and find out why going no contact is the only option for breaking free from the narcissist's abuse.
EVERYONE is welcome and especially anyone that has experienced narcissist abuse, emotional abuse, being gaslit (gaslight), has a narcissist mother, who is in...
December Narcissist Abuse Awareness Month: The Narcissist Profile
In this episode we recap with a summary of the traits of the narcissist and the weapons of destruction used by the narcissist. We add to the discussion who can be a narcissist, (anyone), who the narcissist targets, and why the narcissist hurts the people they should love. Please comment on this podcast. Do you think you. have received valuable information? Let me know if this is something you would like to continue to hear. Thank you for listening. This is Best For Me and I'm Shayla A. Moore
EVERYONE is welcome and especially anyone...
You're Not My Mother, You're a Narcissist
In this episode, I talk a little more about my book, You're Not My Mother, You're a Narcissist. The e-book is available with most retailers so you can read it on your favorite reading device. The book is being discounted for Narcissist Abuse Awareness month, so now is the time to buy it.
If you are interested in true crime, child neglect, child abandonment, narcissist abuse, and family secrets it's all here. You're Not My Mother, You're a Narcissist is a memoir about a daughter's account of her dark and isolated childhood, being raised by a narcissist...
You're Not My Mother, You're a Narcissist (book reveal)
In today's episode I share more of my personal experiences having a malignant narcissist mother. As promised, I read an excerpt from the book and tell how I spent the night in Gallatin High School in Gallatin, TN because I did not want to go home to my mother for more mistreatment. Those days were so hard for me, but I still didn't know what I was experiencing was abuse until I was an adult and much later in life. This is Best For Me and I'm Shayla.
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Narcissist Abuse Is Real; Live in Your Truth, Break Your Cycles, Accept Your Reality
December is Narcissist Abuse Awareness month and we've been talking about how to identify a narcissist by their traits and the manipulation tactics narcissists use to control us and destroy our relationships. I've also been sharing my personal story having a narcissist for a mother. If you're interested in reading my e-book, You're Not My Mother, You're a Narcissist, click on the link below to find the retailers where the book can be purchased.
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I'm Shayla A. Moore and this is Best For Me.
EVERYONE is...
The Narcissist's Weapons of Destruction (Narcissist Manipulation Tactics continued)
This episode continues episode five where we begin discussing the narcissist' manipulation tactics. We go even deeper to discuss more manipulation tactics. We're getting the information out on narcissists and narcissist personality disorder in observance of Narcissist Abuse Awareness Month and to give you what you need to overcome the narcissists. Be sure to check out my book, You're Not My Mother, You're a Narcissist. Click the link below to find all the retailers selling the e-book, giving you a variety of e-book reading devices to choose from:
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December is Narcissist Abuse Awareness Month Part 5 (The Narcissist's Two Most Powerful Tactics)
Narcissists use several tactics to manipulate others and control situations for their benefit. In this episode we begin to talk about isolation and gas lighting. These two tactics are very powerful by themselves but it is only the beginning of our discussion on the weapons the narcissist uses to attack our well-being, and keep us separated from the truth. Here at Best For Me were validating narcissist abuse survivors, regaining our identity and our peace of mind.
EVERYONE is welcome and especially anyone that has experienced narcissist abuse, emotional abuse, being gaslit (gaslight), has a...
December is Narcissist Abuse Awareness Month Part 4 (Narcissist Mothers)
Today's episode further exposes the traits of the narcissist. Particularly narcissist mothers. Shayla shares her childhood experiences having a malignant narcissist mother. Her mother would deprive her of food, basic necessities like soap and deodorant and even sanitary pads for her menstruation.
If you would like to hear the full story of Shayla's childhood as well as experiences with her narcissist mother as an adult, go and download You're Not My Mother, You're a Narcissist.
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December is Narcissist Abuse Awareness Month Part 3 (Exposing the Traits)
We continue the discussion on how to recognize a narcissist. We've exposed them being evil, incapable of loving others, manipulative, pathological liars, and have an over exaggerated sense of entitlement. I explained how narcissist personality disorder is on the spectrum so we all have narcissist traits. This information has been provided in episodes 1 and 2 so go check it out if you haven't already.
In today's episode we're going deeper, discussing more of the traits that impair the narcissist's ability to maintain relationships with others. Listen now so you will know what to look for and find out...
December is Narcissist Abuse Awareness Month Part 2 (The Mask Comes Off)
We are continuing our discussion on narcissist personality disorder, breaking down the traits of a narcissist. We've talked about how narcissists are claimed to be evil in their nature and that they are incapable of love. This episode talks about the narcissist's self-entitlement, manipulation, and deceitfulness. Go and get my book, You're Not My Mother, You're a Narcissist to read my story on how having a narcissist mother affected my life and what I've had to do to heal from the abuse. For the month of December, the book is being discounted so I hope you will go get...
December is Narcissist Abuse Awareness Month (Why You Need to Protect Yourself)
December is here and we're recognizing Narcissist Abuse Awareness month. It seems the word narcissist is frequently being used to describe people. This is because narcissist personality disorder is on the spectrum so, we all have narcissist traits. When narcissist traits are so extreme that it significantly impacts your relationships and how you treat others it becomes problematic.
Listen to Shayla break down the characteristics of a narcissist. She explains what they do, how they do it, and why they do it in this 5 part episode.
EVERYONE is welcome and especially anyone that has experienced...
Thanksgiving is Over, Are You Thankful?
Hey we got through the Thanksgiving holiday. I had a great holiday. NO Narcissists. I'm thankful. What are you thankful for? See how I spent my holiday and find out what songs I had on repeat and which one resonates with narcissist abuse survivors.
EVERYONE is welcome and especially anyone that has experienced narcissist abuse, emotional abuse, being gaslit (gaslight), has a narcissist mother, who is in a dysfunctional family. or any narcissistic relationship.
Happy Holidays
We're breaking from the narcissist conversation just to talk about what we're doing for the holidays. It's fun to see what people are doing for the holidays and since Tradition is Cancelled as I mentioned in a previous episode, people are doing things differently. Some of you may be having a Friendsgiving, or going shopping Black Friday. Find out what I like to do for the holidays in this episode of Best for Me.
How To Set Boundaries With Your Family
Hey it's Shayla. Together we're going to get ready for the holidays dealing with these narcissists. Todays's topic is about setting boundaries. Yes, we've got to set boundaries with family too. Your family doesn't get a pass to disrespect you, hurt you, or devalue you just because they are family. Setting boundaries is for you and not the narcissist. Listen to find out how to set your boundaries and overcome the narcissist. This is Best For Me and I'm Shayla.
EVERYONE is welcome and especially anyone that has experienced narcissist abuse, emotional abuse, being gaslit...
Armor Up! 5 Strategies For Overcoming Narcissists During the Holidays
There are many people including myself who believe going "no contact" with the narcissist in your life, even when the narcissist is a family member, is the best way to overcome the narcissist. This may not always be an option for you, especially if you have kids and have to co-parent with the narcissist.
This episode discusses 5 Strategies to overcome the narcissists and maintain your peace of mind if you are unable to go "no contact" with the narcissist in your life.
EVERYONE is welcome and especially anyone that has experienced narcissist abuse...
Who Is It That You're Calling Your Family (Avoiding Narcissists During the Holidays)
Not everyone is looking forward to the holidays. When you're dealing with narcissists and toxic family members, you may be dreading the holidays because it is not a happy time for you. Don't allow yourself to feel obligated to be around people who do not respect you. Even when those people are your family, you have every right to do what is best for you and if going around toxic family hurts you or makes you uncomfortable, don't go.