In episode 85 of "Waking Up to Narcissism," host Tony Overbay, LMFT, dives deep into the complexities of relationships entangled with narcissistic traits. The journey begins with a relatable tale about a personalized gift basket, highlighting the significance of emotional connection, safety, and understanding in partnerships. Tony frames a healthy interaction between his wife and him through his Four Pillars of a Connected Conversation, emphasizing the essence of curiosity, good intentions, and open communication. A heartfelt poem titled "Desperate Voice" paints the raw emotions of a loveless marriage, furthering the episode's core message of the longing for genuine intimacy. Tony brings real stories from a Facebook group, revealing a recurring theme where individuals feel stifled and unable to voice their needs without backlash.The conversations steer towards the detrimental effects of covert narcissism and emotional immaturity in relationships. Listeners are encouraged to embrace personal desires without constraint and communicate openly. Themes of emotional maturity, setting boundaries, and achieving personal fulfillment reverberate throughout. By emphasizing the power of self-reflection and finding one's voice, Tony hopes to inspire listeners to rebuild healthier dynamics in relationships, emphasizing the importance of emotional freedom, understanding, and communication.Find all the latest links to podcasts, courses, Tony's newsletter, and more at https://linktr.ee/virtualcouch (https://linktr.ee/virtualcouch)You can find The Mind, The Mirror & Me wherever you listen to podcasts. For Apple Podcast listeners, go here https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mind-the-mirror-me/id1701226687 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mind-the-mirror-me/id1701226687), and for Spotify listeners, go here https://open.spotify.com/show/5wchHyGlddGo7fAHVsZgRe?si=f9d2d5a373644621 (https://open.spotify.com/show/5wchHyGlddGo7fAHVsZgRe?si=f9d2d5a373644621) and if you want to watch the podcast on YouTube go here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQ2DrLLizho (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQ2DrLLizho)And follow Tony on the Virtual Couch YouTube channel for a sneak preview of his upcoming podcast "Murder on the Couch," where True Crime meets therapy, co-hosted with his daughter Sydney. You can watch a pre-release clip here https://youtu.be/-RkRq8SrQy0Subscribe to Tony's latest podcast, "Waking Up to Narcissism Q&A - Premium Podcast," on the Apple Podcast App. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/waking-up-to-narcissism-q-a/id1667287384Go to http://tonyoverbay.com/workshop to sign up for Tony's "Magnetize Your Marriage" virtual workshop. The cost is only $19, and you'll learn the top 3 things you can do NOW to create a Magnetic Marriage. You can learn more about Tony's pornography recovery program, The Path Back, by visiting http://pathbackrecovery.com And visit http://tonyoverbay.com and sign up to receive updates on upcoming programs and podcasts.Tony mentioned a product that he used to take out all of the "uh's" and "um's" that, in his words, "must be created by wizards and magic!" because it's that good! To learn more about Descript, click here https://descript.com?lmref=bSWcEQ