Growing up with a narcissistic, abusive mother leaves scars that linger long after childhood ends—but healing is possible. On "Raised by a Monster: Healing Mother Wounds" I share my personal journey of surviving abuse, navigating trauma, and reclaiming joy. Each episode, I open up about the challenges, the breakthroughs, and yes—the moments that can bring Joy through the pain.
This is a space for anyone who’s struggled with a toxic parent, felt misunderstood, or is learning to love themselves despite the past. Together, we’ll explore stories, healing strategies, and practical tools to help break cycles, find resilience, and embrace hope. If you’re ready to process, connect, and maybe even have a good laugh along the way, you’ve found your people.
In episode 8 Jessica shares her experience growing up with a narcissistic, bipolar mother who constantly played the victim. She explains how narcissists twist reality, refuse accountability, and use crying, lies, and manipulation to control others.Jessica recounts emotional and physical abuse, enforced loyalty, and isolation from family, and describes how these experiences shaped her need to care for others. She also offers practical advice—like documenting interactions—to protect your sanity and safety when dealing with a narcissist.This episode explores the overlap between bipolar disorder and narcissistic tendencies, reactive abuse, and the long-term impact of surviving a parent who always makes themselves the victim.
10 May 2026
Episode # 7: When Mother’s day brings Joy & Hurt 🫶🏽
Episode 7 is a Mother's Day special for women raised by abusive, narcissistic mothers. The host shares personal stories—wedding dress memories, pregnancy, and early parenthood—about grief, boundaries, and parenting differently.
She emphasizes allowing yourself to feel, using therapy and gratitude to find peace, and giving your children the love and validation you missed. A compassionate, hopeful episode about healing, resilience, and creating a kinder future.
21 Apr 2026
Episode #6: How to Spot a Narcissist — Part 2
This episode continues Part 2 of how to spot a narcissist so get your popcorn 🍿 ready! Explaining common tactics like manipulation, gaslighting, guilt-tripping, mirroring, and the refusal to take accountability.
The host shares personal stories about growing up with a narcissistic mother, confronting past trauma, setting boundaries for her children, and steps toward healing and self-discovery.
16 Feb 2026
Episode #5: How to spot a Narcissist.
Host Jessica Hernandez shares her personal story of growing up with a narcissistic mother and explains key signs to watch for: lack of accountability, double standards, grandiosity, attention-seeking, and emotional manipulation.
She offers practical coping tools like gray rocking and yellow rocking, discusses no-contact boundaries, and gives a brief update on caring for her mother after a dementia diagnosis. The episode aims to help listeners identify narcissistic behaviors and find support.
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29 Jan 2026
Episode #4: Mental Disorders related to parental Narcissistic Abuse.
In episode 4, Jessica Hernandez shares her personal story of being raised by a narcissistic, abusive mother and explains common mental health consequences—PTSD, anxiety, OCD, people-pleasing, codependency, and personality challenges—that can result from that upbringing.
She discusses her healing journey through therapy, medication, faith, journaling, and firm boundaries, and stresses the importance of finding the right support and protecting your family.
Jessica invites listeners to reach out, follow her on social media, and previews the next episode on how to identify a narcissist in your life.
18 Jan 2026
Episode #3: How to Deal & Heal from Narcissistic Abuse.
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Please reach out to me when you are ready, I am looking forward to connecting with you.
I am also loving all of the positive feedback, thoughts, kind words and questions. This love is healing!
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13 Jan 2026
Episode #2 - Realizing that your Mother was your 1st Bully
In this episode the host shares stories of growing up with a verbally and physically abusive mother who acted as her first bully. She recounts moving from Miami to New York, living in a homeless shelter, family manipulation, and the trauma of being sexually abused by a close relative.
The host reflects on resilience and healing, embraces vulnerability and emotional honesty, and explains how these experiences shaped her desire to be a better mother and a light for others. She invites listeners to connect and find validation in the journey toward recovery.
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12 Jan 2026
Episode #1! : Introduction & Explanation
Thank you for listening 🎧 looking forward to sharing, healing & growing ❤️
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11 Jan 2026
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