Compassion Without Collapse: How to Hold Boundaries with a Narcissist

In this heartfelt and revealing episode of the Spiritual Journey Podcast, hosts Nimesh Radia and Stacey Brown dive deep into the complex dynamics of narcissistic relationships from a spiritual lens. They explore how to hold compassion without collapsing your boundaries, how to recognize narcissistic patterns, and why soul contracts often place these challenging relationships in our lives.Sharing personal stories and spiritual insights, Nimesh and Stacey reflect on their own experiences with narcissism—especially within family systems—and how healing, forgiveness, and self-awareness have guided their growth.Whether you’re navigating a toxic relationship, healing from emotional manipulation, or learning to set stronger boundaries, this conversation offers the guidance and permission you may need to protect your light and honor your soul.💫 You’ll hear reflections on:✨ The difference between compassion and self-sacrifice🧠 Recognizing narcissistic traits like gaslighting, distortion, and love bombing🌿 Healing the inner child and reclaiming your voice🔮 Understanding soul contracts and karmic lessons💛 Forgiving yourself and building a chosen family🛡️ Creating safe, healthy boundaries rooted in self-loveThis episode is an invitation to put yourself first—not from ego, but from truth. Your healing matters. Your light matters. And you don’t have to do it alone.🕰️ Timeline Highlights00:00 – Introduction to Spirituality and Podcasting01:56 – Exploring Compassion and Boundaries04:21 – Personal Stories of Narcissism and Healing09:46 – Recognizing Narcissistic Behavior17:18 – Understanding Soul Contracts23:16 – Setting Boundaries with Narcissists27:16 – Forgiveness and Self-Compassion31:58 – Building a Chosen Family38:25 – Final Thoughts on Healing and Support🌟 Key Themes✨ Spirituality made simple and real🧘‍♀️ Compassion vs. self-sacrifice🧠 Narcissism, gaslighting, and toxic cycles💔 Forgiveness, healing, and emotional freedom🌈 Chosen family and authentic support🛡️ Boundaries as protection, not punishment🔮 Soul contracts and spiritual growth💬 Sound Bites🎧 "You deserve to stand in your power."🎧 "Family doesn't have to be blood."🎧 "Reach out for help if you need it."🔗 Links & Contact💫 Connect with Nimesh:📧 Email: [email protected]🌐 Website: https://nimesh-radia.com🎧 Listen to more episodes: https://nimesh-radia.com/podcast/📞 Book a free 1:1 Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/spiritualjourney/30min🔮 Book a 1:1 Akashic Record Reading: https://calendly.com/spiritualjourney/akashic-record-reading💫 Connect with Stacey:📩 Email: [email protected]📸 Instagram: @staceybrown_555🌐 Website: https://stacey-brown.com💫 Book with Nimesh & Stacey Together:📞 Joint Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/d/yhg-4bn-zdg/joint-discovery-call🔮 Joint Akashic Record Reading: https://calendly.com/d/yhg-4bn-zdg/joint-akashic-record-reading✨ Spirituality isn’t about being perfect—it’s about showing up with honesty, compassion, and the courage to grow through imperfection.🎥 Also available to watch on YouTube.If this episode resonates,