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Narcissistic In-Laws: Why They Deny the Truth (and What to Do)

Dec 29, 2025
28 mins

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Episode Description

Ever wonder why your in-laws rallied around your abusive partner instead of protecting you? 

This episode explores one of the most painful dynamics in narcissistic abuse: when families choose to protect the abuser and paint YOU as the problem. We revisit a past interview with Rossana where she shares her firsthand experience of this dynamic along with a Fan Mail listener who experienced something similar. 

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MORE ABOUT ROSSANA FAYE

ROSSANA FAYE knows what it's like to be trapped on an emotional rollercoaster. After surviving 14 years in an abusive relationship, she transformed her pain into purpose—becoming a Certified Life and Relationship Coach dedicated to helping others break free from narcissistic abuse. 

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