Dating A Narcissist After Divorce: From the Frying Pan into the Fire!

Dating A Narcissist After Divorce: From the Frying Pan into the Fire!

July 21, 2026 · 36 min · Episode 170

About this episode

The episode explores the pitfalls of revenge dating after divorce, highlighting the dangers of dating a covert narcissist.

Joe thought replacing his wife with a more beautiful woman would heal the pain. He was wrong. Dead wrong. Within hours of his wife walking out, Joe was on the apps — swiping, matching, and chasing validation from a stranger. What he found instead was Margot. Beautiful. Charismatic. And completely dangerous. This is the story of what happens when a man tries to date his way out of trauma — and why it almost always ends in disaster. In this video, I break down: - Why revenge dating is one of the most destructive decisions a man can make after divorce - The psychology behind why broken men attract broken women - The red flags of a covert narcissist and how to spot them early - Why healing is an **inside job** — and no woman can do it for you - How long you actually need before dating again after a long-term relationship If you've been through a divorce or a painful breakup, this video could save you years of unnecessary pain. --- **⏱ CHAPTERS:** - 0:00 - Joe's Story Begins - 2:15 - The Revenge Dating Decision - 5:30 - Enter Margot - 10:00 - The Manipulation Playbook - 18:45 - The Downward Spiral - 24:00 - The Hard Truth About Healing --- **🔗 RESOURCES:** - Free 15-Minute Coaching…

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