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Dear Diary & Listeners,

In this powerful and raw episode of The Dichotomy Diaries, Amanda sits down with Ambre to uncover the many layers of their toxic relationships. The conversation delves into several deeply personal themes, including:

Strained Family Dynamics: Amanda shares insights into the troubled relationship between her husband and his father, exposing the negative family dynamics and emotional abuse she endured.

Financial Control and Manipulation: Both Amanda and Ambre discuss the financial issues they faced, including how their partners used money as a tool for control and manipulation.

Emotional and Verbal Abuse: They recount the hurtful comments, derogatory language, and verbal attacks that characterized their relationships, highlighting the damaging impact on their mental health.

Gambling Addiction: The episode explores the significant role that Amanda's husband's gambling addiction played in their lives, adding another layer of complexity to the abuse.

Conflict Diffusion: Amanda and Ambre describe their roles as peacemakers in constant conflicts, often at the expense of their own well-being.

Suspicious Friendships: The conversation also touches on the suspicious and unhealthy relationship between Amanda's husband, Dick, and his friend Matt.

The episode continues with Ambre's experiences of manipulation, coercion, and financial abuse in her relationship. Key points include:

Broken Promises and Anxiety: Ambre recounts how her partner's broken promises left her feeling scared and anxious, a sentiment Amanda relates to deeply.

Self-Prioritization and Derogation: They discuss how their partners prioritized themselves, often putting Ambre down and making her feel insignificant.

Steroids and Hormone Therapy: Ambre shares how her partner's involvement with steroids and hormone therapy affected their relationship, including an incident of physical aggression.

Car Situation: They talk about the partner's procrastination in getting a new car, reflecting his overall lack of responsibility.

Finally, Amanda and Ambre discuss their experiences living with a narcissist, shedding light on:

Unstable Living Conditions: They share stories of being moved to different apartments without consent, contributing to financial instability.

Empty Promises: The narcissists' habit of making promises and failing to follow through, leaving them in precarious situations during trips and daily life.

Obsession with Fitness: The narcissists' fixation on gyms and fitness, and how it impacted their relationships.

Dangerous Behavior: Accounts of physically aggressive behavior during "play fights" and the narcissists' lack of remorse.

Through this candid conversation, Amanda and Ambre highlight the manipulative, unpredictable, and damaging nature of their relationships with narcissists. Tune in to hear their stories and gain a deeper understanding of the complex dynamics of abusive relationships.

Remember to share this episode if it resonates with you or someone you know, and follow The Dichotomy Diaries for more stories of strength and resilience.

Forever Speaking My Truth,

Amanda

WE ARE ACTIVELY LOOKING FOR SEASON TWO'S STORY!

If you or anyone you know has experienced anything similar and is willing to share, please click the link below to schedule a time to chat with me.

Season Two Story Pitch Call

Email: [email protected]

Music: Ashley England

Guest: Ambre McKee

Sound Production: Amanda L. Arnier

Patreon: The Dichotomy Diaries

Merch: The Dichotomy Diaries Podcast Storefront

YouTube: Video Recordings of Episodes!

Podcast Website: www.TheDichotomyDiaries.com

Insta: @TheDichotomyDiariesPodcast

TikTok: @TheDichotomyDiaries

Facebook: The Dichotomy Diaries

  continue reading

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Content provided by Amanda Lynette Arnier, MLS, Amanda Lynette Arnier, and MLS. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Amanda Lynette Arnier, MLS, Amanda Lynette Arnier, and MLS or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

Dear Diary & Listeners,

In this powerful and raw episode of The Dichotomy Diaries, Amanda sits down with Ambre to uncover the many layers of their toxic relationships. The conversation delves into several deeply personal themes, including:

Strained Family Dynamics: Amanda shares insights into the troubled relationship between her husband and his father, exposing the negative family dynamics and emotional abuse she endured.

Financial Control and Manipulation: Both Amanda and Ambre discuss the financial issues they faced, including how their partners used money as a tool for control and manipulation.

Emotional and Verbal Abuse: They recount the hurtful comments, derogatory language, and verbal attacks that characterized their relationships, highlighting the damaging impact on their mental health.

Gambling Addiction: The episode explores the significant role that Amanda's husband's gambling addiction played in their lives, adding another layer of complexity to the abuse.

Conflict Diffusion: Amanda and Ambre describe their roles as peacemakers in constant conflicts, often at the expense of their own well-being.

Suspicious Friendships: The conversation also touches on the suspicious and unhealthy relationship between Amanda's husband, Dick, and his friend Matt.

The episode continues with Ambre's experiences of manipulation, coercion, and financial abuse in her relationship. Key points include:

Broken Promises and Anxiety: Ambre recounts how her partner's broken promises left her feeling scared and anxious, a sentiment Amanda relates to deeply.

Self-Prioritization and Derogation: They discuss how their partners prioritized themselves, often putting Ambre down and making her feel insignificant.

Steroids and Hormone Therapy: Ambre shares how her partner's involvement with steroids and hormone therapy affected their relationship, including an incident of physical aggression.

Car Situation: They talk about the partner's procrastination in getting a new car, reflecting his overall lack of responsibility.

Finally, Amanda and Ambre discuss their experiences living with a narcissist, shedding light on:

Unstable Living Conditions: They share stories of being moved to different apartments without consent, contributing to financial instability.

Empty Promises: The narcissists' habit of making promises and failing to follow through, leaving them in precarious situations during trips and daily life.

Obsession with Fitness: The narcissists' fixation on gyms and fitness, and how it impacted their relationships.

Dangerous Behavior: Accounts of physically aggressive behavior during "play fights" and the narcissists' lack of remorse.

Through this candid conversation, Amanda and Ambre highlight the manipulative, unpredictable, and damaging nature of their relationships with narcissists. Tune in to hear their stories and gain a deeper understanding of the complex dynamics of abusive relationships.

Remember to share this episode if it resonates with you or someone you know, and follow The Dichotomy Diaries for more stories of strength and resilience.

Forever Speaking My Truth,

Amanda

WE ARE ACTIVELY LOOKING FOR SEASON TWO'S STORY!

If you or anyone you know has experienced anything similar and is willing to share, please click the link below to schedule a time to chat with me.

Season Two Story Pitch Call

Email: [email protected]

Music: Ashley England

Guest: Ambre McKee

Sound Production: Amanda L. Arnier

Patreon: The Dichotomy Diaries

Merch: The Dichotomy Diaries Podcast Storefront

YouTube: Video Recordings of Episodes!

Podcast Website: www.TheDichotomyDiaries.com

Insta: @TheDichotomyDiariesPodcast

TikTok: @TheDichotomyDiaries

Facebook: The Dichotomy Diaries

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