# You Saw the Red Flags and Stayed Anyway. Here’s the Real Reason Why

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Podcast: [Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse](https://stenobird.com/podcast/breaking-free-from-narcissistic-abuse-5336427)
Published: 2026-06-04T06:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Why can you spot every red flag, name every tactic, and still find yourself in another toxic relationship? A commenter recently wrote that she had been raised by three narcissists, married to one, dated another for five years, recently lost a friendship to one, and a former partner just resurfaced. She wrapped up by saying “the law of averages can't explain it. So what can?” In this episode, Dr. Kerry unpacks why insight alone never sets survivors free. Submit Your Question ...

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