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Stories We Weren't Supposed To Tell

by Sunshine Faye

Welcome to Stories We Weren’t Supposed to Tell. This is a survivor led podcast where we speak the truth about abuse, manipulation, and what it really takes to rebuild your life after it. These aren’t watered down stories. These are real experiences from real people who lived it, survived it, and chose to tell it anyway. You’ll hear the patterns most people miss love bombing, gaslighting, control, trauma bonds broken down in a way that finally makes sense. Alongside each story, we dive deeper with The Manipulation Whisperer episodes, connecting the dots between what happened, why it happened, and how to take your power back. This space is for the ones who: – questioned their reality – stayed longer than they should have – are trying to find themselves again And it’s also for the ones watching from the outside the friends, the family, the people who have ever asked: “Why didn’t they just leave?” This will help you understand what abuse actually does to a person how it rewires thinking, creates attachment, and makes leaving far more complex than it looks. You’re not crazy. You’re not alone. And you’re not the only one this happened to. If you’ve ever felt like something wasn’t right but couldn’t explain why… this podcast will give you the words for it. And once you see it, you won’t unsee it. Sunshine Faye ☀️

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BONUS: Joe's Episode- I Love You, Bro Project.

This episode of Stories We Weren’t Supposed to Tell is a little different, but it might be one of the most important conversations we’ve had. We sit down with Joe Tuia’a

Sep 20
1 h 06 min

E25: Mercede's Episode- His Dream Her Nightmare- Part 2

In Part 2 of Mercedes’ story on Stories We Weren’t Supposed to Tell, the reality she had been living in finally begins to crack. After nearly two years of being told she

Sep 17
1 h 01 min

E24: Mercede's Episode-His Dream Her Nightmare-Part One

In this episode of Stories We Weren’t Supposed to Tell, Mercedes shares what it In this episode of Stories We Weren’t Supposed to Tell, Mercedes shares what it was like

Sep 11
1 h 02 min

E23: Devin's Manipulation Whisperer Episode

After hearing Devin's powerful survivor story, we take a step back to examine the manipulation hiding beneath the surface. In this episode of Stories We Weren't Supposed

Sep 3
42 min

E22: Devin's Episode- Just A Boy And His Camaro.

In this episode of Stories We Weren't Supposed to Tell, Devin shares what it was like growing up in a home where emotional control, silent treatment, guilt, and manipulat

Aug 27
1 h 21 min

E21: Randin's Manipulation Whisperer Episode

In this episode of Stories We Weren't Supposed to Tell: Manipulation Whisper, we step back from Randin's survivor story to examine the manipulation hiding beneath the sur

Aug 20
49 min

E20: Randin's Episode- I Thought I Deserved It.

In this episode of Stories We Weren't Supposed to Tell, Randin shares the deeply personal story of the abusive relationship that forever changed her life. From addiction

Aug 13
1 h 25 min

E19: Gayleen's Manipulation Whisperer Episode

This conversation breaks down the manipulation, abuse, and survival patterns hidden throughout Gayleen's story. Randin and Krystle explore how childhood boundary violatio

Aug 6
38 min

E18: Gayleen's Episode- She Saves Everyone but Herself.

In this episode, Gayleen shares her journey through childhood trauma, abuse, addiction, and recovery. She reflects on growing up in a fractured family, the lasting impact

Jul 30
57 min

E15: Dovah's Manipulation Whisperer Episode

Randin and Krystle break down the impact of trauma and manipulation on an individual's life, highlighting the use of various tactics such as gaslighting, coercion, and me

Jul 10
38 min

E14: Dovah's Story- They Didn't Break Me

The conversation begins with an introduction and the sharing of a personal story, leading into a discussion about the chaotic and oppressive childhood environment. This s

Jul 2
1 h 16 min

E13: Mia's Manipulation Whisperer Episode

Randin and krystle go deep into the experience of recognizing and overcoming manipulation, coercion, and boundary erosion in relationships. It highlights the importance o

Jun 25
37 min

E12: Mia's Story- The Princess who Slayed her Dragon

Randin tells Krystle the horrifying story into Mia's journey as a single mom, her experience with abuse and manipulation, and the power of self-healing. It explores the i

Jun 18
44 min

E11: Cliff's Manipulation Whisperer Episode

Randin and Krystle discuss the predatory behavior of stepfathers targeting vulnerable single mothers, the grooming process, the impact on the children, the role of the mo

Jun 11
29 min

E10: Cliff's Story- My Abuser was my Safest Option

Cliff explains his horrific childhood experiences, including trauma and abuse, as well as the impact of family dynamics on his life. It explores the challenges faced in v

Jun 4
1 h 08 min

E9: Taya's Manipulation Whisperer Episode

Taya's story reveals the insidious nature of abuse, from early exposure to manipulation tactics, grooming, and coercive control to the devastating impact on the victim's

May 28
37 min

E7: Sadie's Manipulation Episode

In this Manipulation Whisperer Randin and Krystle go behind the scenes of Sadie’s anonymous survivor story to break down what was really happening underneath the abuse.

May 14
55 min

E6: Sadie's Story-My Body Isn't Mine

Randin shares an anonymous survivor story to Krystle about trauma, marriage, coercive control, sexual assault, shame, and the complicated aftermath of trying to heal whil

May 12
50 min

E3: Amber's Manipulation Whisperer Episode

If you’ve already listened to Mother Knows Best, this is where everything starts to make sense. Because what Amber experienced wasn’t just a difficult childhood. It wasn

Apr 30
45 min

E1: We Heal By Telling our Stories

We Heal by Telling Our Stories There are moments in life that split everything into before and after. This is one of them. In this opening episode of Stories We Weren’t

Apr 23
12 min

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